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DG55 LWC

2005 Kia Sportage

Silver Diesel 1991cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Aug 2027
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

78,716 mi
Last recorded78,716 miles
Recorded on23 Jul 2026
Typical for 2005 Kia Sportage76,382 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG55 LWC
MakeKia
ModelSportage
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,991cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Jul 2026 78,716 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Approx 2.5mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 4 Aug 2025 76,458 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2024 73,685 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2023 70,735 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2023 70,735 miles

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Also cracking in base of tread (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Service brake binding but not excessively Both (1.2.1 (f))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 9 Aug 2022 67,418 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2022 67,418 miles

Nearside Front Service brake excessively binding Tyre not fully inspected (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Service brake excessively binding Tyre not fully inspected (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 28 Jul 2021 66,431 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2020 63,856 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2019 58,709 miles

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Aug 2018 52,070 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2017 45,558 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin rear pads (3.5.1g)

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened O/S/F N/S/F (3.5.1i)

Pass 30 Aug 2016 38,539 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2015 32,134 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2014 25,226 miles

Advise front brakes wearing low

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

Pass 3 Sep 2014 25,226 miles

Advise front brakes wearing low

Pass 27 Aug 2013 17,493 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2012 10,170 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2011 6,973 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2010 6,255 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2009 5,543 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2008 2,971 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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DG55 LWC is a 2005 Kia Sportage in Silver with a 1,991cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 DG55 LWC, 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 DG55 LWC registered?

DG55 LWC is a 2005 Kia Sportage, first registered on 16 September 2005.

Is DG55 LWC safe to buy?

The MOT history for DG55 LWC shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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