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SY58 MGV

2008 Kia Sportage

Blue Diesel 1991cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jul 2017
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

80,394 mi
Last recorded80,394 miles
Recorded on14 Jul 2016
Typical for 2008 Kia Sportage73,016 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSY58 MGV
MakeKia
ModelSportage
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,991cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Jul 2016 80,394 miles
Pass 21 May 2015 74,623 miles
Fail 21 May 2015 74,619 miles

Towbar component insecure (6.6.1)

Pass 27 May 2014 63,981 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2013 60,922 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2013 60,922 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber mounting bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 4 Sep 2012 54,065 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2011 46,571 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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SY58 MGV is a 2008 Kia Sportage in Blue with a 1,991cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 SY58 MGV, 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 SY58 MGV?

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What year was SY58 MGV registered?

SY58 MGV is a 2008 Kia Sportage, first registered on 5 September 2008.

Is SY58 MGV safe to buy?

The MOT history for SY58 MGV shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does SY58 MGV have outstanding finance?

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