Vehicle summary
ULEZ status is estimated based on fuel type and registration year. It may not reflect the actual emission standard of this vehicle. Check with TfL for a definitive answer.
At a glance
This 2005 Kia Sportage Petrol 2656cc has had 9 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing once (89% pass rate). It has 86,427 miles on the clock, averaging 4,460 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400. The 2.7 V6 engine is known for g6ba and intake manifold swirl flaps.
MOT & Mileage History for RK55 VGN
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Average miles/year
Gaps in MOT history
Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 86,427 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 4,460 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 9 tests on record
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Reported issues for this Kia Sportage
These are the most commonly reported problems on Kia Sportage models (2004–2010), based on owner reports and workshop data across the UK.
G6BA
Intake manifold swirl flaps (variable geometry intake system bolts)
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | RK55 VGN |
| Make | Kia |
| Model | Sportage |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 2656cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | RK — Reading, Reading |
| Age identifier | 55 — September 2005 to February 2006 |
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About RK55 VGN
What car is RK55 VGN?
RK55 VGN is an black Kia Sportage, petrol (2656cc). First registered in Reading in 2005.
What is the mileage of RK55 VGN?
The last recorded mileage for RK55 VGN was 86,427 miles, recorded on 28 Oct 2016 during its most recent MOT test.
Has RK55 VGN passed its MOT?
RK55 VGN has had 9 MOT tests with an 89% pass rate (8 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 28 Oct 2016.
Is RK55 VGN ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, RK55 VGN is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a petrol vehicle registered in 2005, it typically does not meet the Euro 4 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is RK55 VGN?
RK55 VGN is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.