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PF54 GEJ

2005 Kia Sportage

Black Diesel 1975cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Feb 2021
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

124,168 mi
Last recorded124,168 miles
Recorded on28 Jan 2020
Typical for 2005 Kia Sportage76,382 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPF54 GEJ
MakeKia
ModelSportage
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,975cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Jan 2020 124,168 miles

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

Pass 29 Jan 2019 116,535 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2018 109,034 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2017 102,466 miles
Fail 25 Jan 2017 102,460 miles

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

Rear Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1) DANGEROUS

Pass 22 Jan 2016 96,507 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2015 91,287 miles

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

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

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

Pass 25 Jan 2014 82,360 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 25 Jan 2013 75,115 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2012 68,521 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

battery insecure

Fail 13 Jan 2012 68,521 miles

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

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

battery insecure

Pass 25 Jan 2011 62,760 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2010 52,907 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2009 42,253 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2008 33,990 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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PF54 GEJ is a 2005 Kia Sportage in Black with a 1,975cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 PF54 GEJ, 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 PF54 GEJ registered?

PF54 GEJ is a 2005 Kia Sportage, first registered on 25 January 2005.

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