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YJ54 GBG

2005 Kia Sportage

Blue Diesel 1991cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Oct 2011
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

92,101 mi
Last recorded92,101 miles
Recorded on5 Oct 2010
Typical for 2005 Kia Sportage76,382 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYJ54 GBG
MakeKia
ModelSportage
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,991cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Oct 2010 92,101 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Fail 5 Oct 2010 92,101 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Nearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

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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YJ54 GBG is a 2005 Kia Sportage in Blue with a 1,991cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 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 YJ54 GBG, 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 YJ54 GBG registered?

YJ54 GBG is a 2005 Kia Sportage, first registered on 31 December 2005.

Is YJ54 GBG safe to buy?

The MOT history for YJ54 GBG shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does YJ54 GBG have outstanding finance?

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