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AF03 RZG

2003 Kia Sportage

Black Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Aug 2013
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

97,451 mi
Last recorded97,451 miles
Recorded on23 Aug 2012
Typical for 2003 Kia Sportage56,641 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF03 RZG
MakeKia
ModelSportage
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Aug 2012 97,451 miles

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Steering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)

Pass 24 Aug 2011 84,151 miles

Steering box damaged but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)

Fail 24 Aug 2011 84,151 miles

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

Steering box damaged but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)

Pass 25 Aug 2010 71,786 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2009 63,556 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2008 53,285 miles

Centre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 21 Aug 2007 43,550 miles

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

Pass 26 Aug 2006 34,657 miles

Rear bumper insecure

Temporary fuel cap fitted

engine undertray fitted limiting underneath inspection

plastic cover fitted on both outter sill not allowing full inspection

Pass 24 Mar 2006 33,461 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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AF03 RZG is a 2003 Kia Sportage in Black with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 2003 Kia Sportage models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.4% with a typical mileage of 56,641 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 AF03 RZG, 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 23 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 AF03 RZG registered?

AF03 RZG is a 2003 Kia Sportage, first registered on 28 March 2003.

Is AF03 RZG safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF03 RZG shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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