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SV08 UBZ

2008 Kia Sportage

Red Petrol 1975cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Mar 2013
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

28,731 mi
Last recorded28,731 miles
Recorded on14 Mar 2012
Typical for 2008 Kia Sportage73,016 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSV08 UBZ
MakeKia
ModelSportage
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,975cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Mar 2012 28,731 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2011 22,528 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

nearside rear tyre worn on outside edge

Fail 28 Feb 2011 22,490 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

nearside rear tyre worn on outside edge

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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SV08 UBZ is a 2008 Kia Sportage in Red with a 1,975cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 SV08 UBZ, 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

How do I check the history of SV08 UBZ?

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What year was SV08 UBZ registered?

SV08 UBZ is a 2008 Kia Sportage, first registered on 1 March 2008.

Is SV08 UBZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for SV08 UBZ shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does SV08 UBZ have outstanding finance?

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