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MD05 FMZ

2005 Kia Sportage

Blue Diesel 1991cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Aug 2021
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

90,430 mi
Last recorded90,430 miles
Recorded on3 Aug 2020
Typical for 2005 Kia Sportage76,382 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMD05 FMZ
MakeKia
ModelSportage
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,991cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Aug 2020 90,430 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 23 Jul 2019 76,860 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2018 63,686 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2017 49,476 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2016 41,237 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2015 39,532 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Fail 20 Jul 2015 39,531 miles

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 11 Jul 2014 36,824 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2013 34,838 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2012 32,790 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2011 30,331 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2010 28,163 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2009 24,895 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2008 21,983 miles

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

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

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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MD05 FMZ is a 2005 Kia Sportage in Blue with a 1,991cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 MD05 FMZ, 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 MD05 FMZ registered?

MD05 FMZ is a 2005 Kia Sportage, first registered on 25 July 2005.

Is MD05 FMZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for MD05 FMZ shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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