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D3 NBS

2005 Kia Sportage

Blue Diesel 1991cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Aug 2016
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

139,198 mi
Last recorded139,198 miles
Recorded on21 Jul 2015
Typical for 2005 Kia Sportage76,382 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD3 NBS
MakeKia
ModelSportage
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,991cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Jul 2015 139,198 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2014 120,585 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2014 120,585 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 18 Jun 2013 96,594 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2012 81,457 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2011 72,259 miles

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

Pass 9 May 2010 59,776 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2009 43,921 miles

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

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 29 Apr 2009 43,921 miles

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 7 May 2008 32,594 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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D3 NBS is a 2005 Kia Sportage in Blue with a 1,991cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 D3 NBS, 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 D3 NBS registered?

D3 NBS is a 2005 Kia Sportage, first registered on 4 March 2005.

Is D3 NBS safe to buy?

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