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T449 VKE

1999 Kia Sportage Glx

Green Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Mar 2010
Tests4 (4 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

81,486 mi
Last recorded81,486 miles
Recorded on4 Mar 2009
Typical for 1999 Kia Sportage Glx65,306 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT449 VKE
MakeKia
ModelSportage Glx
Year1999
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

4 pass
Pass 4 Mar 2009 81,486 miles

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

Pass 6 Mar 2008 75,169 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2007 69,018 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2006 65,869 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

How Reliable is the Kia Sportage Glx?

Based on 1,204 MOT tests across 253 vehicles.

61.0%
Pass Rate
6,208
Miles/Year
31
Year Lifespan
253
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 197
wheel bearing has excessive play 99
Registration plate lamp not working 88
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 84
coil spring incomplete 70
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T449 VKE is a 1999 Kia Sportage Glx in Green with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1999 Kia Sportage Glx models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.5% with a typical mileage of 65,306 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Kia Sportage Glx fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 197 recorded failures. If you're considering buying T449 VKE, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kia Sportage Glx typically stays on UK roads for around 31 years. At 27 years old, this Kia Sportage Glx is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of T449 VKE?

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What year was T449 VKE registered?

T449 VKE is a 1999 Kia Sportage Glx, first registered on 30 July 1999.

Is T449 VKE safe to buy?

The MOT history for T449 VKE shows 4 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does T449 VKE have outstanding finance?

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