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WAZ 5959

1998 Kia Sportage Glx

Silver Other 1998cc
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Tests0 (0 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate0%

Mileage

Typical for 1998 Kia Sportage Glx81,154 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWAZ 5959
MakeKia
ModelSportage Glx
Year1998
ColourSilver
Fuel typeOther
Engine1,998cc
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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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WAZ 5959 is a 1998 Kia Sportage Glx in Silver with a 1,998cc other engine. This vehicle has been through 0 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 0%.

Across all 1998 Kia Sportage Glx models, the average MOT pass rate is 62.7% with a typical mileage of 81,154 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 Glx fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 197 recorded failures. If you're considering buying WAZ 5959, 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 28 years old, this Kia Sportage Glx is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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How do I check the history of WAZ 5959?

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What year was WAZ 5959 registered?

WAZ 5959 is a 1998 Kia Sportage Glx, first registered on 14 August 1998.

Is WAZ 5959 safe to buy?

The MOT history for WAZ 5959 shows 0 tests with a 0% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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