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SV08 YWM

2008 Kia Sportage

Black Diesel 1991cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Oct 2023
Tests19 (13 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate68.4%

Mileage

99,328 mi
Last recorded99,328 miles
Recorded on27 Oct 2022
Typical for 2008 Kia Sportage73,016 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

13 pass 6 fail
Pass 27 Oct 2022 99,328 miles

Fluid leak, but not excessive coolant (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 17 Oct 2022 99,325 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

Offside Front Macpherson strut attachment bracket/mounting insecure and impairing directional stability (5.3.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Fluid leak, but not excessive coolant (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Exhaust silencer slightly loose (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

engine management light indicates a fault

Pass 4 Feb 2022 95,084 miles

Fuel tank slightly damp

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 21 Jan 2021 80,189 miles

Towbar slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.1.6 (i) (i))

Fail 19 Jan 2021 80,144 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively twisted (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 21 Jan 2020 73,073 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge low/worn in centre of tread (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 21 Jan 2020 73,073 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding squeals from park brake. service binding/knocked off. poor outer disc surface contact (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding locked on / knocked off (1.2.1 (f))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid MT (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush likely to become detached wishbone front bush (5.3.4 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush likely to become detached wishbone front bush (5.3.4 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge low/worn in centre of tread (5.2.3 (e))

coolant bottle MT. system topped up prior to MOT

Pass 10 Jan 2019 64,284 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.7mm (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 9 Jan 2019 64,279 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 1.27mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear park brake squealing badly when applied

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.7mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 10 Jan 2018 57,554 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2017 54,502 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2016 50,849 miles
Fail 20 Jan 2016 50,849 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (8.2.2)

Pass 22 Jan 2015 47,834 miles

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

Pass 27 Jan 2014 44,842 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2013 33,977 miles
Fail 30 Jan 2012 29,721 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

brake pipes and suspension parts covered with grease

Pass 30 Jan 2012 29,721 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

brake pipes and suspension parts covered with grease

Pass 16 May 2011 26,475 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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SV08 YWM is a 2008 Kia Sportage in Black with a 1,991cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.4%.

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 YWM, 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.

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What year was SV08 YWM registered?

SV08 YWM is a 2008 Kia Sportage, first registered on 28 March 2008.

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