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ST08 JYD

2008 Kia Sportage

Black Diesel 1991cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jun 2018
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

121,934 mi
Last recorded121,934 miles
Recorded on19 Jun 2017
Typical for 2008 Kia Sportage73,016 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationST08 JYD
MakeKia
ModelSportage
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,991cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Jun 2017 121,934 miles

Nearside Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Pass 24 Jun 2016 114,077 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2015 105,734 miles
Pass 7 May 2014 95,929 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2013 92,352 miles

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

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

Fail 27 Mar 2013 92,352 miles

Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

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

Pass 16 Apr 2012 75,353 miles

brake pipes coated in grease

exhaust corroded

Pass 26 Apr 2011 60,448 miles
Fail 1 Apr 2011 59,186 miles

Nearside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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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ST08 JYD is a 2008 Kia Sportage in Black with a 1,991cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 ST08 JYD, 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 ST08 JYD registered?

ST08 JYD is a 2008 Kia Sportage, first registered on 2 May 2008.

Is ST08 JYD safe to buy?

The MOT history for ST08 JYD shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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