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EX03 XNV

2003 Kia Sportage

Black Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Sep 2021
Tests15 (15 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

97,952 mi
Last recorded97,952 miles
Recorded on30 Sep 2020
Typical for 2003 Kia Sportage56,641 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEX03 XNV
MakeKia
ModelSportage
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

15 pass
Pass 30 Sep 2020 97,952 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 11 Jul 2019 93,311 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Jul 2018 88,300 miles

Upper Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Aug 2017 82,117 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Pass 26 Aug 2016 76,458 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 27 Aug 2015 71,759 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit on 1.6 mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 12 Jul 2014 65,341 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2013 59,844 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

front exhaust hanger missing but not effecting exhaust support

Pass 4 Aug 2012 57,410 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 23 Jul 2011 55,044 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 17 Jul 2010 52,469 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 8 Aug 2009 49,735 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2008 46,129 miles

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

Pass 24 Jul 2007 37,971 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2006 28,326 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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EX03 XNV is a 2003 Kia Sportage in Black with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2003 Kia Sportage models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.4% with a typical mileage of 56,641 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 EX03 XNV, 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 23 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 EX03 XNV?

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What year was EX03 XNV registered?

EX03 XNV is a 2003 Kia Sportage, first registered on 6 March 2003.

Is EX03 XNV safe to buy?

The MOT history for EX03 XNV shows 15 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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