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S55 FRN

2005 Kia Sportage

Black Petrol 1975cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Oct 2011
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

39,008 mi
Last recorded39,008 miles
Recorded on19 Oct 2010
Typical for 2005 Kia Sportage76,382 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Kia
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS55 FRN
MakeKia
ModelSportage
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,975cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 19 Oct 2010 39,008 miles

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

front discs worn

handbrake has little reserve travel

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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S55 FRN is a 2005 Kia Sportage in Black with a 1,975cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 S55 FRN, 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 S55 FRN registered?

S55 FRN is a 2005 Kia Sportage, first registered on 14 March 2005.

Is S55 FRN safe to buy?

The MOT history for S55 FRN shows 1 test with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does S55 FRN have outstanding finance?

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