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ET54 XPU

2005 Kia Sportage

Silver Petrol 1975cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Dec 2021
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

111,989 mi
Last recorded111,989 miles
Recorded on26 Nov 2020
Typical for 2005 Kia Sportage76,382 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationET54 XPU
MakeKia
ModelSportage
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,975cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 Nov 2020 111,989 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge wearing (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 28 Nov 2019 106,023 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Dec 2018 97,381 miles

Nearside Front headlight lens slightly cloudy

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer edge worn (5.2.3 (e))

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

Fail 30 Nov 2018 97,209 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn + gaiter torn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Bonded suspension unit insecure to the extent that relative movement is visible lower arm front bush (5.3.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Bonded suspension unit insecure to the extent that relative movement is visible lower arm front bush (5.3.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front headlight lens slightly cloudy

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer edge worn (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 5 Dec 2017 88,087 miles

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

Fail 1 Dec 2017 88,072 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Pass 6 Dec 2016 82,795 miles

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

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

Fail 5 Dec 2016 82,795 miles

Central Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

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

Pass 19 Oct 2015 76,301 miles

front tyres worn on inner

Pass 8 Oct 2014 69,975 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2013 68,483 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2012 65,898 miles

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

Pass 13 Sep 2011 61,650 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2010 57,442 miles
Fail 15 Feb 2010 53,920 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 15 Feb 2010 53,920 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2009 47,036 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2008 40,787 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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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ET54 XPU is a 2005 Kia Sportage in Silver with a 1,975cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 ET54 XPU, 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 ET54 XPU registered?

ET54 XPU is a 2005 Kia Sportage, first registered on 18 February 2005.

Is ET54 XPU safe to buy?

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