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SX05 ETV

2005 Kia Sportage

Silver Petrol 1975cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Nov 2018
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

120,366 mi
Last recorded120,366 miles
Recorded on3 Nov 2017
Typical for 2005 Kia Sportage76,382 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSX05 ETV
MakeKia
ModelSportage
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,975cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Nov 2017 120,366 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2016 111,443 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

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

Pass 13 Nov 2015 102,777 miles

n/s handbrake sticking on slightly

Pass 18 Nov 2014 94,483 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

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

Pass 23 Sep 2013 83,727 miles

Condition of exhaust

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

Wear to both rear tyres

Pass 5 Sep 2012 74,085 miles

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

Wear to front brake pads

Pass 25 Aug 2011 64,723 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Wear to offside rear tyre

Pass 27 Aug 2010 56,623 miles

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

offside rear brake disc pitted

spare tyre just legal

Fail 27 Aug 2010 56,623 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

offside rear brake disc pitted

spare tyre just legal

Pass 26 Aug 2009 51,845 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 25 Aug 2009 51,817 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 27 Aug 2008 44,752 miles

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

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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SX05 ETV is a 2005 Kia Sportage in Silver with a 1,975cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 SX05 ETV, 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 SX05 ETV registered?

SX05 ETV is a 2005 Kia Sportage, first registered on 23 August 2005.

Is SX05 ETV safe to buy?

The MOT history for SX05 ETV shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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