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FP55 LXT

2005 Kia Sportage

Silver Diesel 1991cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Nov 2020
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

98,501 mi
Last recorded98,501 miles
Recorded on14 Nov 2019
Typical for 2005 Kia Sportage76,382 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFP55 LXT
MakeKia
ModelSportage
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,991cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Nov 2019 98,501 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2018 95,789 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2017 94,352 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2016 91,169 miles

Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 5 Nov 2015 83,004 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2014 75,534 miles
Fail 8 Nov 2014 75,534 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 12 Nov 2013 67,830 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2012 59,272 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2011 50,029 miles

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

Pass 30 Oct 2010 40,762 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2009 31,224 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2008 21,730 miles

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

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

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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FP55 LXT is a 2005 Kia Sportage in Silver 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 FP55 LXT, 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 FP55 LXT registered?

FP55 LXT is a 2005 Kia Sportage, first registered on 4 November 2005.

Is FP55 LXT safe to buy?

The MOT history for FP55 LXT 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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