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BL54 TXT

2005 Kia Sportage

Blue Petrol 1975cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Apr 2011
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

40,995 mi
Last recorded40,995 miles
Recorded on3 Mar 2010
Typical for 2005 Kia Sportage76,382 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBL54 TXT
MakeKia
ModelSportage
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,975cc

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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 3 Mar 2010 40,995 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2009 25,781 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2008 20,655 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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BL54 TXT is a 2005 Kia Sportage in Blue with a 1,975cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2005 Kia Sportage models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.8% with a typical mileage of 76,382 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 BL54 TXT, 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 21 years old, this Kia Sportage is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of BL54 TXT?

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What year was BL54 TXT registered?

BL54 TXT is a 2005 Kia Sportage, first registered on 4 January 2005.

Is BL54 TXT safe to buy?

The MOT history for BL54 TXT shows 3 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does BL54 TXT have outstanding finance?

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