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KN55 UHC

2005 Kia Sportage

Silver Diesel 1991cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jan 2022
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

140,443 mi
Last recorded140,443 miles
Recorded on15 Dec 2020
Typical for 2005 Kia Sportage76,382 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKN55 UHC
MakeKia
ModelSportage
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,991cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 15 Dec 2020 140,443 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2020 136,513 miles

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sub frame mount (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 17 Dec 2019 136,506 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting Rear of suspension mount (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sub frame mount (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 12 Dec 2018 131,795 miles

Offside Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed Drivers belt (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

Pass 11 Jan 2018 129,241 miles
Pass 16 May 2017 122,996 miles
Fail 16 May 2017 122,996 miles

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 10 May 2016 111,742 miles
Pass 20 May 2015 101,150 miles

Oil leak

Fail 20 May 2015 101,150 miles

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

Oil leak

Pass 15 May 2014 90,530 miles
Fail 13 May 2014 90,525 miles

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

Pass 21 May 2013 80,225 miles

Oil leak

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 21 May 2013 80,225 miles

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Oil leak

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 22 May 2012 68,333 miles
Pass 4 May 2011 56,680 miles

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

Offside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Pass 15 May 2010 49,181 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2009 42,220 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2008 35,888 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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KN55 UHC is a 2005 Kia Sportage in Silver with a 1,991cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

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 KN55 UHC, 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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KN55 UHC is a 2005 Kia Sportage, first registered on 18 October 2005.

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