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V796 PNO

1998 Kia Sportage

Blue Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Feb 2007
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

113,843 mi
Last recorded113,843 miles
Recorded on28 Feb 2006
Typical for 1998 Kia Sportage78,396 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV796 PNO
MakeKia
ModelSportage
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 28 Feb 2006 113,843 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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V796 PNO is a 1998 Kia Sportage in Blue with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1998 Kia Sportage models, the average MOT pass rate is 63.9% with a typical mileage of 78,396 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 V796 PNO, 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 28 years old, this Kia Sportage is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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How do I check the history of V796 PNO?

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What year was V796 PNO registered?

V796 PNO is a 1998 Kia Sportage, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is V796 PNO safe to buy?

The MOT history for V796 PNO shows 1 test 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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