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EX55 UEF

2005 Kia Sportage

Blue Diesel 1991cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Sep 2020
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

138,337 mi
Last recorded138,337 miles
Recorded on18 Sep 2019
Typical for 2005 Kia Sportage76,382 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEX55 UEF
MakeKia
ModelSportage
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,991cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Sep 2019 138,337 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Fail 17 Sep 2019 138,336 miles

Front Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 28 Sep 2018 121,036 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Sep 2017 113,111 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2016 104,885 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2015 95,680 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2014 87,692 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2013 77,398 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2012 36,109 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2011 53,155 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2010 45,242 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2009 36,932 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2008 29,291 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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EX55 UEF is a 2005 Kia Sportage in Blue with a 1,991cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 EX55 UEF, 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.

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What year was EX55 UEF registered?

EX55 UEF is a 2005 Kia Sportage, first registered on 20 September 2005.

Is EX55 UEF safe to buy?

The MOT history for EX55 UEF shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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