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KC05 SKJ

2005 Kia Sportage

Red Diesel 1991cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jun 2012
Tests4 (4 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

102,996 mi
Last recorded102,996 miles
Recorded on25 Jun 2011
Typical for 2005 Kia Sportage76,382 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKC05 SKJ
MakeKia
ModelSportage
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,991cc

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MOT History

4 pass
Pass 25 Jun 2011 102,996 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2010 100,924 miles
Pass 15 May 2009 95,961 miles

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

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

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

Pass 9 May 2008 79,770 miles

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

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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KC05 SKJ is a 2005 Kia Sportage in Red with a 1,991cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 KC05 SKJ, 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 KC05 SKJ registered?

KC05 SKJ is a 2005 Kia Sportage, first registered on 12 May 2005.

Is KC05 SKJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for KC05 SKJ shows 4 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does KC05 SKJ have outstanding finance?

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