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LV55 UTX

2005 Kia Sportage

Silver Diesel 1991cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jul 2021
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

130,723 mi
Last recorded130,723 miles
Recorded on11 Jul 2020
Typical for 2005 Kia Sportage76,382 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLV55 UTX
MakeKia
ModelSportage
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,991cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 Jul 2020 130,723 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Jul 2019 125,353 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2018 116,844 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2017 110,085 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2016 100,081 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2016 100,081 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 6 Jul 2015 89,564 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 30 Jun 2014 80,439 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2013 71,025 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2013 71,025 miles

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

Pass 14 Apr 2012 59,244 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2011 49,259 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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

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

Offside Front Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 26 Apr 2011 49,259 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 18 Feb 2010 38,301 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2008 31,176 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 28 Oct 2008 31,176 miles

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

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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LV55 UTX is a 2005 Kia Sportage in Silver with a 1,991cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 LV55 UTX, 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

How do I check the history of LV55 UTX?

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What year was LV55 UTX registered?

LV55 UTX is a 2005 Kia Sportage, first registered on 21 October 2005.

Is LV55 UTX safe to buy?

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