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VK08 ZCJ

2008 Kia Sportage

Black Diesel 1991cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jan 2022
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

174,836 mi
Last recorded174,836 miles
Recorded on11 Jan 2021
Typical for 2008 Kia Sportage73,016 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVK08 ZCJ
MakeKia
ModelSportage
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,991cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Jan 2021 174,836 miles

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

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

Offside Front Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

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

Pass 9 Jul 2019 154,193 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2019 154,193 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 6 Jul 2018 131,258 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2017 116,908 miles

emmisions too low to register

front brake pads approx. 70% worn

nsf wishbone bush beginning to seperate

Pass 25 Jun 2016 103,330 miles

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

Pass 17 Jun 2015 88,270 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

emissions too low to register

Fail 17 Jun 2015 88,270 miles

Statutory seat belt missing (5.1.1)

Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

emissions too low to register

Pass 21 Jun 2014 73,616 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2013 59,589 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2012 45,590 miles

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

Pass 27 Jun 2011 31,573 miles

nearside rear tyre worn outer edge

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 ZCJ is a 2008 Kia Sportage in Black with a 1,991cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 ZCJ, 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 VK08 ZCJ registered?

VK08 ZCJ is a 2008 Kia Sportage, first registered on 30 June 2008.

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