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CX54 XFE

2005 Kia Sportage

Black Petrol 1975cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jul 2017
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

78,835 mi
Last recorded78,835 miles
Recorded on22 Jul 2016
Typical for 2005 Kia Sportage76,382 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCX54 XFE
MakeKia
ModelSportage
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,975cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Jul 2016 78,835 miles

REAR SUB FRAME HEAVILY CORODED

REAR SUSPENTION ARMS HEAVILY CORODED

Pass 23 Jul 2015 73,531 miles

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

Nearside Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Front suspension ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)

Fail 23 Jul 2015 73,531 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Nearside Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Front suspension ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)

Pass 23 Jul 2014 70,570 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2013 66,509 miles

o/s/r wheel nut damaged

reverse lights faulty

Pass 20 Jul 2012 61,653 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2011 56,714 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2010 42,507 miles

front discs worn

n/s/f tyre worn

rear discs worn

rear pads worn

Fail 17 Sep 2009 36,404 miles

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

Pass 17 Sep 2009 36,404 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2008 24,837 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2008 24,837 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 9 Jan 2008 24,159 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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CX54 XFE is a 2005 Kia Sportage in Black with a 1,975cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 CX54 XFE, 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.

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What year was CX54 XFE registered?

CX54 XFE is a 2005 Kia Sportage, first registered on 12 January 2005.

Is CX54 XFE safe to buy?

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