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BU05 BXO

2005 Kia Sportage

Black Diesel 1991cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Apr 2019
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

103,494 mi
Last recorded103,494 miles
Recorded on20 Apr 2018
Typical for 2005 Kia Sportage76,382 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU05 BXO
MakeKia
ModelSportage
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,991cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Apr 2018 103,494 miles

Oil leak ()

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Pass 22 Apr 2017 99,006 miles

Both front brake discs are corroded on the inner surfaces

Both front lower suspension arm bushes are worn

Both front wiper blades slightly smear the screen

Nearside front tyre is worn to approx 3mm (235/60/16 100v Infinity)

Nearside rear tyre is worn low

Offside rear tyre is cracking

oil leak

Pass 14 Mar 2016 91,177 miles

Rear tyres perished

Wipers smearing

Fail 14 Mar 2016 91,177 miles

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

Rear tyres perished

Wipers smearing

Pass 14 Apr 2015 86,248 miles

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

low servo vacuum at idle

Fail 14 Apr 2015 86,237 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

low servo vacuum at idle

Pass 6 Mar 2014 77,636 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Nov 2013 73,932 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2012 61,402 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2012 60,874 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2011 55,639 miles

air bag light on

aux drive belt tensioner jumping and noise

Pass 3 Mar 2010 46,817 miles

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

Pass 23 Apr 2009 38,548 miles

windscreen has a stone chip outside the swept area

Pass 23 Apr 2008 28,311 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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BU05 BXO is a 2005 Kia Sportage in Black with a 1,991cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 BU05 BXO, 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

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What year was BU05 BXO registered?

BU05 BXO is a 2005 Kia Sportage, first registered on 24 March 2005.

Is BU05 BXO safe to buy?

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