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GV55 SRU

2005 Kia Sportage

Blue Diesel 1991cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 May 2019
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

105,931 mi
Last recorded105,931 miles
Recorded on10 May 2018
Typical for 2005 Kia Sportage76,382 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGV55 SRU
MakeKia
ModelSportage
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,991cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 May 2018 105,931 miles
Pass 8 May 2017 89,559 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2015 82,884 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2014 78,863 miles

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

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

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

Fail 24 Nov 2014 78,861 miles

Emissions not tested (7.4.B.1)

Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour of any colour (7.4.B.4)

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

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

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

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

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

drivers headlamp aim slightly low

Fail 19 Nov 2013 68,221 miles

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

Pass 19 Nov 2013 68,221 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2012 57,657 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2011 50,931 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2010 42,966 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2010 42,320 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2010 42,320 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Jul 2009 40,001 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2008 36,751 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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GV55 SRU is a 2005 Kia Sportage in Blue with a 1,991cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 GV55 SRU, 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 GV55 SRU registered?

GV55 SRU is a 2005 Kia Sportage, first registered on 12 October 2005.

Is GV55 SRU safe to buy?

The MOT history for GV55 SRU shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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