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FT05 GKA

2005 Kia Sportage

Silver Diesel 1991cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jul 2019
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

105,997 mi
Last recorded105,997 miles
Recorded on2 Jul 2018
Typical for 2005 Kia Sportage76,382 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFT05 GKA
MakeKia
ModelSportage
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,991cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Jul 2018 105,997 miles

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output foggy (4.1.4 (b))

Fail 2 Jul 2018 105,997 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt drop link (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output foggy (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 13 Jul 2017 99,296 miles

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 8 Jul 2016 91,998 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Rear rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Pass 17 Jul 2015 85,214 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2014 77,444 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2013 72,135 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2012 66,576 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2011 59,937 miles

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

Pass 24 Mar 2011 59,867 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Mar 2010 51,110 miles

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

both front tyres low on tread on outer edge

Pass 17 Mar 2009 42,172 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2008 37,891 miles

Rear 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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FT05 GKA 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 FT05 GKA, 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

How do I check the history of FT05 GKA?

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What year was FT05 GKA registered?

FT05 GKA is a 2005 Kia Sportage, first registered on 29 July 2005.

Is FT05 GKA safe to buy?

The MOT history for FT05 GKA 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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