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SV08 UEP

2008 Kia Sportage

Black Diesel 1991cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jul 2021
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

83,517 mi
Last recorded83,517 miles
Recorded on13 Jul 2020
Typical for 2008 Kia Sportage73,016 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSV08 UEP
MakeKia
ModelSportage
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,991cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Jul 2020 83,517 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2020 83,513 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Power steering pump leaking (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 26 Jul 2019 79,572 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2018 72,799 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2017 66,250 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.E.1)

Fail 19 Jul 2017 66,250 miles

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

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

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 24 Jun 2016 57,663 miles

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

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

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

Pass 23 Jul 2015 50,765 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2015 48,052 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2014 40,528 miles

Both front tyres wearing outer edges of tread

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 23 Jan 2013 32,448 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2012 20,481 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2011 13,286 miles

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

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

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

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 UEP 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 84.6%.

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 SV08 UEP, 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 SV08 UEP registered?

SV08 UEP is a 2008 Kia Sportage, first registered on 21 March 2008.

Is SV08 UEP safe to buy?

The MOT history for SV08 UEP shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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