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FL55 LDZ

2005 Kia Sportage

Silver Petrol 1975cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Oct 2020
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

101,803 mi
Last recorded101,803 miles
Recorded on26 Mar 2019
Typical for 2005 Kia Sportage76,382 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFL55 LDZ
MakeKia
ModelSportage
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,975cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Mar 2019 101,803 miles

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

headlamp aim poor

Pass 3 Apr 2018 96,870 miles
Pass 5 May 2017 95,448 miles
Fail 5 May 2017 95,448 miles

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

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 18 Apr 2016 91,682 miles

Both front tyres worn close to limit.

n/s/rear tyre out of shape.

Pass 20 Feb 2015 85,839 miles
Pass 6 May 2014 80,724 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2013 65,465 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2012 52,852 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2011 50,725 miles

Offside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 20 Sep 2010 44,020 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2009 38,199 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2008 31,729 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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FL55 LDZ is a 2005 Kia Sportage in Silver with a 1,975cc petrol 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 FL55 LDZ, 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 FL55 LDZ registered?

FL55 LDZ is a 2005 Kia Sportage, first registered on 30 September 2005.

Is FL55 LDZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for FL55 LDZ 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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