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CN51 RXZ

2001 Kia Sportage

Red Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Feb 2014
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

90,690 mi
Last recorded90,690 miles
Recorded on29 Jan 2013
Typical for 2001 Kia Sportage62,956 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCN51 RXZ
MakeKia
ModelSportage
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Jan 2013 90,690 miles

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 2 Feb 2012 85,692 miles

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Fail 23 Jan 2012 85,684 miles

Hydraulic brake cylinder leaking hydraulic fluid (3.6.A.1)

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 25 Jan 2011 79,394 miles

Centre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Child seat fitted to nearside rear

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

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

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 18 Jan 2010 72,803 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Centre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Pass 26 Jan 2009 63,759 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2008 58,852 miles
Fail 28 Aug 2008 58,848 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 9 Aug 2007 57,458 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2006 56,084 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 22 Sep 2006 56,084 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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CN51 RXZ is a 2001 Kia Sportage in Red with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 2001 Kia Sportage models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.7% with a typical mileage of 62,956 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 CN51 RXZ, 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 25 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 CN51 RXZ registered?

CN51 RXZ is a 2001 Kia Sportage, first registered on 27 September 2001.

Is CN51 RXZ safe to buy?

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