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RV05 ZZK

2005 Kia Sportage

Blue Diesel 1991cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Mar 2018
Tests16 (10 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

120,123 mi
Last recorded120,123 miles
Recorded on1 Mar 2017
Typical for 2005 Kia Sportage76,382 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRV05 ZZK
MakeKia
ModelSportage
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,991cc

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MOT History

10 pass 6 fail
Pass 1 Mar 2017 120,123 miles
Fail 1 Mar 2017 120,123 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 9 Mar 2016 116,695 miles
Fail 8 Mar 2016 116,695 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 16 Feb 2015 112,857 miles
Fail 16 Feb 2015 112,857 miles

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Pass 7 Mar 2014 105,716 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2014 105,705 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 18 Feb 2013 94,147 miles
Fail 18 Feb 2013 94,147 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 13 Feb 2012 80,421 miles

air bag warning lamp on

Pass 21 Feb 2011 65,475 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2010 55,082 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2009 47,305 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2009 47,305 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 13 Mar 2008 37,609 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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RV05 ZZK is a 2005 Kia Sportage in Blue with a 1,991cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 RV05 ZZK, 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 RV05 ZZK registered?

RV05 ZZK is a 2005 Kia Sportage, first registered on 31 March 2005.

Is RV05 ZZK safe to buy?

The MOT history for RV05 ZZK shows 16 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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