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GV55 SSK

2005 Kia Sportage

Silver Petrol 2656cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Nov 2016
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

86,910 mi
Last recorded86,910 miles
Recorded on30 Nov 2015
Typical for 2005 Kia Sportage76,382 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGV55 SSK
MakeKia
ModelSportage
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,656cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Nov 2015 86,910 miles
Pass 22 May 2014 82,486 miles
Pass 22 May 2013 76,765 miles

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

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

Fail 28 May 2012 67,152 miles

hazard switch sticking

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

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 28 May 2012 67,152 miles

hazard switch sticking

Fail 23 May 2011 55,551 miles

Rear Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

engine m,anagement light on?

Pass 23 May 2011 55,551 miles

engine m,anagement light on?

Pass 15 May 2010 47,667 miles
Pass 18 May 2009 38,524 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2008 36,602 miles
Fail 29 Oct 2008 36,602 miles

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

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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GV55 SSK is a 2005 Kia Sportage in Silver with a 2,656cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 SSK, 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 GV55 SSK registered?

GV55 SSK is a 2005 Kia Sportage, first registered on 31 October 2005.

Is GV55 SSK safe to buy?

The MOT history for GV55 SSK shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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