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FV55 BVT

2005 Kia Sportage

Silver Diesel 1991cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Oct 2018
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

71,940 mi
Last recorded71,940 miles
Recorded on10 Oct 2017
Typical for 2005 Kia Sportage76,382 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV55 BVT
MakeKia
ModelSportage
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,991cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Oct 2017 71,940 miles

Front Oil leak ()

Fail 10 Oct 2017 71,940 miles

Front Oil leak ()

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 12 Nov 2016 65,211 miles

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

Pass 23 Jun 2015 61,960 miles

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

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

Fail 23 Jun 2015 61,960 miles

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

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 18 Dec 2013 49,094 miles
Fail 18 Dec 2013 49,094 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 13 Dec 2012 41,574 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2011 40,094 miles

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

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

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

Pass 4 Jan 2011 36,149 miles

Front Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

Front Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

Pass 2 Nov 2009 30,128 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2008 25,279 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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FV55 BVT is a 2005 Kia Sportage in Silver with a 1,991cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 FV55 BVT, 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 FV55 BVT registered?

FV55 BVT is a 2005 Kia Sportage, first registered on 14 November 2005.

Is FV55 BVT safe to buy?

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