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 1991cc has had 9 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing once (89% pass rate). It has 96,611 miles on the clock, averaging 9,690 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. The 2.0 Beta II engine is known for g4gc and ignition coils, plugs, and high-voltage wires.
MOT & Mileage History for SM05 HLX
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 96,611 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 27,107 |
| Average per year | 9,690 |
| 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.
G4GC
Ignition coils, plugs, and high-voltage wires
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | SM05 HLX |
| Make | Kia |
| Model | Sportage |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1991cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SM — Edinburgh, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 05 — March 2005 to August 2005 |
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About SM05 HLX
What car is SM05 HLX?
SM05 HLX is an black Kia Sportage, petrol (1991cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2005.
What is the mileage of SM05 HLX?
The last recorded mileage for SM05 HLX was 96,611 miles, recorded on 2 May 2015 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SM05 HLX passed its MOT?
SM05 HLX has had 9 MOT tests with an 89% pass rate (8 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 2 May 2015.
Is SM05 HLX ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SM05 HLX 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 SM05 HLX?
SM05 HLX is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.