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DX55 UGD

2005 Kia Sportage

Silver Diesel 1991cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Apr 2018
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

123,294 mi
Last recorded123,294 miles
Recorded on22 Apr 2017
Typical for 2005 Kia Sportage76,382 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDX55 UGD
MakeKia
ModelSportage
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,991cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Apr 2017 123,294 miles

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

Pass 26 Apr 2016 115,706 miles

slight oil leak

Fail 26 Apr 2016 115,706 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

slight oil leak

Pass 28 Mar 2015 105,301 miles

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

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

both rear tyres low on tread and perished

brake fluid level low

Fail 10 Mar 2014 95,460 miles

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

Pass 10 Mar 2014 95,460 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2013 91,684 miles

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

Pass 10 Oct 2012 79,446 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2011 63,862 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2010 49,828 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2009 34,890 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2008 19,738 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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DX55 UGD is a 2005 Kia Sportage in Silver with a 1,991cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 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 DX55 UGD, 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 DX55 UGD registered?

DX55 UGD is a 2005 Kia Sportage, first registered on 1 September 2005.

Is DX55 UGD safe to buy?

The MOT history for DX55 UGD shows 12 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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