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LX05 ZWD

2005 Kia Sportage

Black Petrol 1975cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Feb 2019
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

102,814 mi
Last recorded102,814 miles
Recorded on3 Feb 2018
Typical for 2005 Kia Sportage76,382 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLX05 ZWD
MakeKia
ModelSportage
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,975cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 Feb 2018 102,814 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Fail 27 Jan 2018 101,814 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement front bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 16 Feb 2017 92,878 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi (7.1.2)

Fail 16 Feb 2017 92,878 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi (7.1.2)

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

Pass 28 Jan 2016 81,792 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2015 72,212 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2014 61,611 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2013 54,955 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Feb 2012 46,527 miles
Fail 16 Feb 2012 46,527 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Feb 2011 39,390 miles
Fail 23 Feb 2011 39,390 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 6 Apr 2010 34,035 miles

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

Pass 6 Apr 2009 27,316 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2008 22,018 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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LX05 ZWD is a 2005 Kia Sportage in Black with a 1,975cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 LX05 ZWD, 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 LX05 ZWD registered?

LX05 ZWD is a 2005 Kia Sportage, first registered on 2 March 2005.

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