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FH54 VVN

2005 Kia Sportage

Black Petrol 1975cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Oct 2017
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

119,340 mi
Last recorded119,340 miles
Recorded on4 Oct 2016
Typical for 2005 Kia Sportage76,382 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFH54 VVN
MakeKia
ModelSportage
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,975cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 4 Oct 2016 119,340 miles

nsr tyre worn outer edge

Fail 4 Oct 2016 119,340 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision missing (3.3.A.1b)

nsr tyre worn outer edge

Pass 24 Sep 2015 28,447 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2014 108,562 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2013 100,124 miles

both front lower arm bushes (front bushes) slightly split/cracked

engine bay and under covers fitted

n/s of front subframe, rear bush split/has movement

n/s/f tyre wearing low, 1.5mm outer edge (raised tread)

o/s/f tyre 2.5-3mm on edges (raised tread)

rear tyres slightly cracked in tread

rear wiper blade slightly split

Fail 28 Sep 2013 100,124 miles

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

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front position lamp(s) has less than 50% of the light sources illuminating (1.1.A.3b)

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

both front lower arm bushes (front bushes) slightly split/cracked

engine bay and under covers fitted

n/s of front subframe, rear bush split/has movement

n/s/f tyre wearing low, 1.5mm outer edge (raised tread)

o/s/f tyre 2.5-3mm on edges (raised tread)

rear tyres slightly cracked in tread

rear wiper blade slightly split

Pass 5 Oct 2012 90,399 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Fail 5 Oct 2012 90,399 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 29 Sep 2011 80,980 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Fail 28 Sep 2011 80,980 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Pass 19 Apr 2010 69,777 miles

o/s front lower suspension arm mount bush debonding close to legal limit at time of test strongly suggest change now or soon

Pass 10 Apr 2009 58,495 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2009 58,345 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 29 Feb 2008 43,195 miles

n/s rear tyre outer tread area on legal limit 1.6 mm strongly suggest change now to avoid becoming illegal

rear wiper blade split

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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FH54 VVN is a 2005 Kia Sportage in Black with a 1,975cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 FH54 VVN, 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 FH54 VVN registered?

FH54 VVN is a 2005 Kia Sportage, first registered on 17 February 2005.

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