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VU58 XTZ

2008 Kia Sportage

Black Diesel 1991cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jan 2025
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

161,083 mi
Last recorded161,083 miles
Recorded on2 Jan 2024
Typical for 2008 Kia Sportage73,016 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVU58 XTZ
MakeKia
ModelSportage
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,991cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Jan 2024 161,083 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2022 143,693 miles
Pass 31 Dec 2021 126,359 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 8 Dec 2020 112,333 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2019 101,200 miles
Fail 27 Aug 2019 94,518 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle by more than 50% (1.2.1 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 21 Aug 2018 76,707 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2017 68,568 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 21 Sep 2016 63,487 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2016 63,486 miles

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 27 Aug 2015 56,209 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2014 47,680 miles

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

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

advise n/s wiper blade poor condition

Pass 25 Sep 2013 37,878 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2012 33,969 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2012 33,863 miles

Nearside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 29 Sep 2011 28,136 miles

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

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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VU58 XTZ is a 2008 Kia Sportage in Black with a 1,991cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 VU58 XTZ, 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 VU58 XTZ registered?

VU58 XTZ is a 2008 Kia Sportage, first registered on 29 September 2008.

Is VU58 XTZ safe to buy?

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