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W129 STF

2000 Kia Sportage

Red Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 May 2012
Tests9 (5 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

115,404 mi
Last recorded115,404 miles
Recorded on24 May 2011
Typical for 2000 Kia Sportage68,430 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW129 STF
MakeKia
ModelSportage
Year2000
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

5 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 May 2011 115,404 miles
Fail 22 Dec 2009 110,491 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Pass 22 Dec 2009 110,491 miles
Fail 22 Dec 2009 110,488 miles

Nearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Nearside Intermediate drop arm damaged and unserviceable (2.2.C.1d)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 5 Aug 2008 98,947 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2008 98,831 miles

Nearside Lower Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

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

Pass 31 Jul 2007 89,742 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2007 89,742 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 15 Jun 2006 80,359 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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W129 STF is a 2000 Kia Sportage in Red with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

Across all 2000 Kia Sportage models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.5% with a typical mileage of 68,430 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 W129 STF, 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 26 years old, this Kia Sportage is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was W129 STF registered?

W129 STF is a 2000 Kia Sportage, first registered on 11 May 2000.

Is W129 STF safe to buy?

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