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DX54 UXG

2005 Kia Sportage

Silver Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jan 2013
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

126,046 mi
Last recorded126,046 miles
Recorded on24 Jan 2012
Typical for 2005 Kia Sportage76,382 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDX54 UXG
MakeKia
ModelSportage
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Jan 2012 126,046 miles

O/S/F inner steeing rack joint worn.

Rear discs badly corroded

Fail 24 Jan 2012 126,046 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

O/S/F inner steeing rack joint worn.

Rear discs badly corroded

Pass 20 Jan 2011 105,328 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt flexible stalk damaged but not likely to lead to failure under load (5.2.4a)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 22 Jan 2010 88,906 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2009 72,168 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2008 57,297 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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DX54 UXG is a 2005 Kia Sportage in Silver with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 DX54 UXG, 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

How do I check the history of DX54 UXG?

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What year was DX54 UXG registered?

DX54 UXG is a 2005 Kia Sportage, first registered on 28 January 2005.

Is DX54 UXG safe to buy?

The MOT history for DX54 UXG shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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