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SY58 MKV

2008 Kia Sportage

Black Diesel 1991cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jul 2024
Tests14 (14 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

87,378 mi
Last recorded87,378 miles
Recorded on25 Jul 2023
Typical for 2008 Kia Sportage73,016 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSY58 MKV
MakeKia
ModelSportage
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,991cc

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MOT History

14 pass
Pass 25 Jul 2023 87,378 miles

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 2 Feb 2022 84,532 miles

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Feb 2021 80,181 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2020 76,686 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2019 70,413 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2018 64,272 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides (3.5.1g)

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Offside rear parking (secondary) brake grabbing slightly (3.7.B.6b)

Power steering fluid level low, but not below minimum (2.3.1)

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

under trays fitted

Pass 24 Jan 2017 55,192 miles

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

engine covers & under trays fitted

Pass 27 Jan 2016 44,161 miles

engine covers & under trays fitted

Pass 4 Feb 2015 36,322 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2014 35,295 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 27 Nov 2013 29,468 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2012 22,821 miles

slight play in both rear trailing arm front bushes.

Pass 22 Nov 2012 22,711 miles

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

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

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

Pass 21 Nov 2011 16,368 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 MKV 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 100%.

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 SY58 MKV, 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 SY58 MKV registered?

SY58 MKV is a 2008 Kia Sportage, first registered on 28 November 2008.

Is SY58 MKV safe to buy?

The MOT history for SY58 MKV shows 14 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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