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NU05 YWZ

2005 Kia Sportage

Black Diesel 1991cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Oct 2024
Tests26 (18 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

107,770 mi
Last recorded107,770 miles
Recorded on31 Oct 2024
Typical for 2005 Kia Sportage76,382 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNU05 YWZ
MakeKia
ModelSportage
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,991cc

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MOT History

18 pass 8 fail
Fail 31 Oct 2024 107,770 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill, outer sill and inside wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill, outer sill and inside wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

both front outer sills corroded. advise removal of trim and full corrosion assessment of both sills.

Pass 25 Oct 2023 94,264 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2022 91,157 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Dec 2021 88,864 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge bald outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer & under sill areas (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge bald outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer & under sill areas (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Dec 2020 86,171 miles
Fail 2 Dec 2020 86,090 miles

Nearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Bonding collapsed. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp Affecting stop lamp operation. (4.2.3 (c))

Offside Stop lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp Operation reversed. (4.3.3 (b))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Dec 2019 83,077 miles

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Fail 13 Dec 2019 83,077 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 2 Jan 2019 76,841 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2018 69,148 miles

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

Fail 8 Feb 2018 69,148 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 17 Feb 2017 62,624 miles
Fail 17 Feb 2017 62,624 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 25 Nov 2016 62,562 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2015 60,695 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2015 57,924 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2015 57,924 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 14 May 2014 54,246 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2013 51,283 miles

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

Pass 1 Sep 2012 48,750 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2012 48,745 miles

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Service brake grabbing severely (3.7.C.2)

Service brake juddering severely (3.7.C.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b) DANGEROUS

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

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

brake discs corroded and pitted

nearside front tyre low

Pass 3 May 2011 47,162 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2011 46,729 miles

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

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

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

Pass 10 Aug 2010 43,625 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2009 36,781 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2008 29,534 miles

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

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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NU05 YWZ is a 2005 Kia Sportage in Black with a 1,991cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 NU05 YWZ, 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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What year was NU05 YWZ registered?

NU05 YWZ is a 2005 Kia Sportage, first registered on 6 July 2005.

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