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 1975cc has had 24 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 9 (63% pass rate). It has 100,551 miles on the clock, averaging 5,816 miles per year, below 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 VFS
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 100,551 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 217 |
| Average per year | 5,816 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 24 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 VFS |
| Make | Kia |
| Model | Sportage |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1975cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SM — Edinburgh, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 05 — March 2005 to August 2005 |
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About SM05 VFS
What car is SM05 VFS?
SM05 VFS is an silver Kia Sportage, petrol (1975cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2005.
What is the mileage of SM05 VFS?
The last recorded mileage for SM05 VFS was 100,551 miles, recorded on 27 Jul 2021 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SM05 VFS passed its MOT?
SM05 VFS has had 24 MOT tests with a 63% pass rate (15 passes, 9 failures). It last passed on 27 Jul 2021.
Is SM05 VFS ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SM05 VFS 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 VFS?
SM05 VFS is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.