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SK02 CVE

2002 Kia Sportage

Silver Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Apr 2018
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

118,489 mi
Last recorded118,489 miles
Recorded on27 Apr 2017
Typical for 2002 Kia Sportage60,757 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSK02 CVE
MakeKia
ModelSportage
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Apr 2017 118,489 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front discs starting to pit (3.5.1i)

Fail 27 Apr 2017 62,865 miles

Rear Emissions not tested rear exhaust broken (7.3.A.1)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front discs starting to pit (3.5.1i)

Pass 28 Apr 2016 58,229 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 21 Oct 2014 49,875 miles
Fail 15 Oct 2014 49,875 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Front Brake pipe leaking (3.6.A.1)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 18 Oct 2013 41,293 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 9 Oct 2012 33,158 miles

ENGINE MANAGMENT LIGHT ON

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 13 Oct 2011 32,141 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2010 30,812 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2010 30,788 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

front brake discs corroded

Pass 5 Jun 2009 29,095 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2008 26,122 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2007 23,596 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2006 19,733 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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SK02 CVE is a 2002 Kia Sportage in Silver with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

Across all 2002 Kia Sportage models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.5% with a typical mileage of 60,757 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 SK02 CVE, 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 24 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 SK02 CVE registered?

SK02 CVE is a 2002 Kia Sportage, first registered on 29 March 2002.

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