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SL08 PYT

2008 Kia Sportage

Black Diesel 1991cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jan 2022
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

189,969 mi
Last recorded189,969 miles
Recorded on28 Jan 2021
Typical for 2008 Kia Sportage73,016 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSL08 PYT
MakeKia
ModelSportage
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,991cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Jan 2021 189,969 miles

Front flexi damaged but not blowing

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge No visible tread on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 26 Jul 2019 147,086 miles

Offside Front Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Jul 2018 129,680 miles

Central Front Driver's view Items removed from driver's view prior to test SMELLYS (3.1 (a) (ii))

FACTORY FITTED ENGINE COVER /UNDER TRAY

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement FRONT BUSH -BADLY DETEROIRATED (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 10 Jul 2018 129,679 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Nearside Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened BOTH REARS -INNER FACES (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Central Front Driver's view Items removed from driver's view prior to test SMELLYS (3.1 (a) (ii))

FACTORY FITTED ENGINE COVER /UNDER TRAY

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement FRONT BUSH -BADLY DETEROIRATED (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Jul 2017 110,459 miles

EMISSIONS NOT DETECTED

ENGINE COVER /UNDER TRAY

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Front DRIVERS SUN VISOR NOT FITTED AT TIME OF TEST

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement FRONT BUSH -BADLY DETEREOIRATED -BORDER LINE (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 24 Jul 2017 110,456 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low VERY LOW -(UNABLE TO ADJUST ) (1.8)

Offside Front Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' SUN VISOIR - CANT BE STORED IN CLOSED POSITION (8.3.1b)

EMISSIONS NOT DETECTED

ENGINE COVER /UNDER TRAY

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement FRONT BUSH -BADLY DETEREOIRATED -BORDER LINE (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 26 Jul 2016 83,299 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2015 58,852 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

o/s/f wishbone, front bush is deteriorated and has play

rear diff mounting rubbers are deteriorated and have play

Fail 18 Jul 2015 58,446 miles

Nearside Front suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

o/s/f wishbone, front bush is deteriorated and has play

rear diff mounting rubbers are deteriorated and have play

Pass 10 Dec 2013 36,577 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2012 33,200 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 28 Dec 2011 30,404 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 24 Feb 2011 21,630 miles

How Reliable is the Kia Sportage?

Based on 2,634,551 MOT tests across 296,598 vehicles.

80.4%
Pass Rate
7,022
Miles/Year
26
Year Lifespan
296,598
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 16,003
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 15,822
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 14,522
Brake pipe excessively corroded 10,705
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SL08 PYT is a 2008 Kia Sportage in Black with a 1,991cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

Across all 2008 Kia Sportage models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.2% with a typical mileage of 73,016 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Kia Sportage fails its MOT is brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick, accounting for 16,003 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SL08 PYT, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kia Sportage typically stays on UK roads for around 26 years. At 18 years old, this Kia Sportage is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was SL08 PYT registered?

SL08 PYT is a 2008 Kia Sportage, first registered on 31 March 2008.

Is SL08 PYT safe to buy?

The MOT history for SL08 PYT shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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