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LB54 XUN

2005 Kia Sportage

Blue Petrol 1991cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Apr 2015
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

69,784 mi
Last recorded69,784 miles
Recorded on20 Mar 2014
Typical for 2005 Kia Sportage76,382 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLB54 XUN
MakeKia
ModelSportage
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,991cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 20 Mar 2014 69,784 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2013 64,292 miles

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

Pass 23 Jan 2012 55,799 miles

Nearside rear tyre slightly out of shape

Pass 13 Jan 2011 51,156 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2010 45,679 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2009 39,775 miles

front brake imbalance high

front discs worn

Pass 17 Jan 2008 34,267 miles

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

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

both rear tyres worn below 1.6 mm on edges in an area designed to wear before main tread.

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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LB54 XUN is a 2005 Kia Sportage in Blue with a 1,991cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 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 LB54 XUN, 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 LB54 XUN registered?

LB54 XUN is a 2005 Kia Sportage, first registered on 19 January 2005.

Is LB54 XUN safe to buy?

The MOT history for LB54 XUN shows 7 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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