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GJ05 VOD

2005 Kia Sportage

Red Diesel 1685cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Sep 2017
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

104,338 mi
Last recorded104,338 miles
Recorded on20 Sep 2016
Typical for 2005 Kia Sportage76,382 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGJ05 VOD
MakeKia
ModelSportage
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,685cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Sep 2016 104,338 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2015 44,647 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2014 83,810 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2014 83,810 miles

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

Pass 18 Nov 2013 79,170 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Offside Front 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 22 Nov 2012 70,040 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2012 68,336 miles

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

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

air bag warning light staying on

nearside front wiper blade slightly split

offside door mirror outer casing damaged

offside front wiper blade slightly split

Pass 24 Aug 2011 57,031 miles

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

Spare tyre below 1.6mm.

Pass 19 Aug 2010 44,735 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2010 44,735 miles

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

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

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

Offside Obligatory mirror missing (8.1.1)

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

Pass 19 Mar 2008 39,039 miles

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

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

front offside and nearside brake discs worn

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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GJ05 VOD is a 2005 Kia Sportage in Red with a 1,685cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 GJ05 VOD, 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 GJ05 VOD registered?

GJ05 VOD is a 2005 Kia Sportage, first registered on 18 March 2005.

Is GJ05 VOD safe to buy?

The MOT history for GJ05 VOD shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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