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VK08 ZBR

2008 Kia Sportage

Silver Diesel 1991cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Aug 2021
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

137,763 mi
Last recorded137,763 miles
Recorded on29 Jul 2020
Typical for 2008 Kia Sportage73,016 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVK08 ZBR
MakeKia
ModelSportage
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,991cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Jul 2020 137,763 miles

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

Pass 30 Jul 2019 131,550 miles

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

Pass 8 Aug 2018 119,291 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2017 104,585 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 4 Aug 2016 87,723 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2016 85,099 miles

Items removed from view prior to test.

Upper and lower covers fitted obscuring some testable items.

Fail 4 Apr 2016 85,099 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Items removed from view prior to test.

Upper and lower covers fitted obscuring some testable items.

Pass 30 Mar 2015 73,884 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Pass 24 Apr 2014 64,446 miles
Pass 17 May 2013 56,729 miles

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

items in windscreen

rear wiper blade split

Pass 16 May 2012 47,645 miles
Pass 12 May 2011 36,527 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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VK08 ZBR is a 2008 Kia Sportage in Silver with a 1,991cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 VK08 ZBR, 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 VK08 ZBR registered?

VK08 ZBR is a 2008 Kia Sportage, first registered on 30 May 2008.

Is VK08 ZBR safe to buy?

The MOT history for VK08 ZBR shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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