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SY08 UKM

2008 Kia Sportage

Black Diesel 1991cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jan 2024
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

198,070 mi
Last recorded198,070 miles
Recorded on28 Jan 2023
Typical for 2008 Kia Sportage73,016 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSY08 UKM
MakeKia
ModelSportage
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,991cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Jan 2023 198,070 miles

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

plastic +metal covers under vehicle obscuring some underside components

Pass 10 Jan 2022 193,395 miles

plastic covers over outer sills

plastic covers under vehicle obscuring some underside components

Pass 28 Jan 2021 188,377 miles

n/s+o/s rear shock absorbers casing corroded

plastic covers over outer sills

plastic+metal covers under vehicle obscuring some underside components

Fail 19 Jan 2021 188,376 miles

Central Rear Seat belt buckle not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (d))

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases centre to rear joint blowing (6.1.2 (a))

n/s+o/s rear shock absorbers casing corroded

plastic covers over outer sills

plastic+metal covers under vehicle obscuring some underside components

Pass 27 Jan 2020 184,681 miles

Central Rear Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))

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

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 7 Jan 2019 177,461 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2018 168,841 miles

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Pass 30 Nov 2016 158,235 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2016 143,169 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2015 135,689 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2014 122,455 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2013 107,904 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2012 87,445 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 21 Mar 2011 58,389 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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SY08 UKM is a 2008 Kia Sportage in Black with a 1,991cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 SY08 UKM, 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 SY08 UKM registered?

SY08 UKM is a 2008 Kia Sportage, first registered on 31 March 2008.

Is SY08 UKM safe to buy?

The MOT history for SY08 UKM shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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