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ML05 URG

2005 Kia Sportage

Silver Petrol 1975cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Nov 2022
Tests22 (16 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

96,096 mi
Last recorded96,096 miles
Recorded on18 Nov 2021
Typical for 2005 Kia Sportage76,382 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationML05 URG
MakeKia
ModelSportage
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,975cc

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MOT History

16 pass 6 fail
Pass 18 Nov 2021 96,096 miles

Central Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Central Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Power steering ram has slight seepage from a joint rack end (2.1.5 (a))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Fail 18 Nov 2021 96,096 miles

Central Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Central Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Power steering ram has slight seepage from a joint rack end (2.1.5 (a))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 20 Nov 2020 86,908 miles

Offside Front Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Fail 19 Nov 2020 86,907 miles

Rear Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm Both (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 20 Nov 2019 82,041 miles
Fail 19 Nov 2019 82,040 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Pass 20 Dec 2018 77,033 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2017 70,184 miles
Fail 21 Dec 2017 70,184 miles

Offside Front constant velocity joint is insecure (2.5.C.1b)

Pass 8 Apr 2017 64,767 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2016 62,700 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2015 60,409 miles

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

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

Pass 2 May 2014 58,951 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2013 56,517 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2012 53,515 miles
Pass 13 May 2011 50,923 miles

both front t.c.a front bushies poor and spliting

front exhaust flexi poor

n/s/r brake slightly binding disc starting to change colour

n/s/r seat belt not checked due child seat fitted

Fail 12 May 2011 50,923 miles

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

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

both front t.c.a front bushies poor and spliting

front exhaust flexi poor

n/s/r brake slightly binding disc starting to change colour

n/s/r seat belt not checked due child seat fitted

Pass 27 Jul 2010 43,963 miles

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

Fail 27 Jul 2010 43,963 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 1 Apr 2010 42,749 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2009 35,493 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2008 26,999 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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ML05 URG is a 2005 Kia Sportage in Silver with a 1,975cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 ML05 URG, 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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ML05 URG is a 2005 Kia Sportage, first registered on 26 April 2005.

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