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YU05 UWM

2005 Kia Sportage

Black Petrol 2656cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Apr 2018
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

98,239 mi
Last recorded98,239 miles
Recorded on29 Apr 2017
Typical for 2005 Kia Sportage76,382 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYU05 UWM
MakeKia
ModelSportage
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,656cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Apr 2017 98,239 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2016 89,394 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 22 Apr 2015 83,491 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2014 77,825 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2013 71,881 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Apr 2012 64,074 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2012 64,074 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

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

Pass 30 Apr 2011 53,770 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2010 37,871 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2009 24,110 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2009 24,110 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Pass 25 Mar 2008 16,945 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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YU05 UWM is a 2005 Kia Sportage in Black with a 2,656cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 YU05 UWM, 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 YU05 UWM registered?

YU05 UWM is a 2005 Kia Sportage, first registered on 6 May 2005.

Is YU05 UWM safe to buy?

The MOT history for YU05 UWM shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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