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ST55 COA

2005 Kia Sportage

Blue Petrol 1975cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Mar 2017
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

58,012 mi
Last recorded58,012 miles
Recorded on18 Mar 2016
Typical for 2005 Kia Sportage76,382 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationST55 COA
MakeKia
ModelSportage
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,975cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Mar 2016 58,012 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2014 64,135 miles

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

Pass 22 Jul 2013 62,306 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2012 59,919 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 1 Nov 2010 53,743 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 1 Nov 2010 53,743 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2009 42,981 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2008 32,848 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2008 32,848 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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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ST55 COA is a 2005 Kia Sportage in Blue with a 1,975cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 ST55 COA, 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

How do I check the history of ST55 COA?

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What year was ST55 COA registered?

ST55 COA is a 2005 Kia Sportage, first registered on 29 September 2005.

Is ST55 COA safe to buy?

The MOT history for ST55 COA shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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