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WX05 ULS

2005 Kia Sportage

Silver Diesel 1991cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Sep 2021
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

55,268 mi
Last recorded55,268 miles
Recorded on15 Aug 2020
Typical for 2005 Kia Sportage76,382 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWX05 ULS
MakeKia
ModelSportage
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,991cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Aug 2020 55,268 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2019 53,773 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2018 51,838 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2017 48,800 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2017 48,800 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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)

Pass 24 Aug 2016 46,450 miles

Nearside Rear 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)

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

Pass 22 Aug 2015 43,361 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2014 38,413 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2014 38,403 miles

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

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

Rear center seat belt anchor buckle is in a poor condition

Rear tyres are wearing unevenly

Pass 30 Aug 2013 34,975 miles

rear centre seat belt buckle damaged outer case

Pass 22 Aug 2012 31,175 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2011 26,111 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 13 Sep 2010 20,067 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2009 14,923 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2008 8,979 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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WX05 ULS is a 2005 Kia Sportage in Silver with a 1,991cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 WX05 ULS, 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.

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What year was WX05 ULS registered?

WX05 ULS is a 2005 Kia Sportage, first registered on 25 April 2005.

Is WX05 ULS safe to buy?

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