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PL05 VXU

2005 Kia Sportage

Blue Diesel 1991cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jan 2019
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

83,708 mi
Last recorded83,708 miles
Recorded on2 Jan 2018
Typical for 2005 Kia Sportage76,382 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPL05 VXU
MakeKia
ModelSportage
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,991cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Jan 2018 83,708 miles

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

Pass 23 Feb 2017 74,222 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2016 73,234 miles
Pass 12 May 2016 71,248 miles
Pass 23 May 2015 63,583 miles
Pass 23 May 2014 55,700 miles
Pass 24 May 2013 47,056 miles
Pass 18 May 2012 38,645 miles
Pass 27 May 2011 30,189 miles
Fail 27 May 2011 30,189 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 19 Jul 2010 26,153 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2009 22,457 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2008 19,091 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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PL05 VXU is a 2005 Kia Sportage in Blue with a 1,991cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 PL05 VXU, 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 PL05 VXU registered?

PL05 VXU is a 2005 Kia Sportage, first registered on 1 July 2005.

Is PL05 VXU safe to buy?

The MOT history for PL05 VXU shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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