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CU56 DHM

2006 Kia Sportage

Silver Diesel 1991cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Feb 2024
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

157,822 mi
Last recorded157,822 miles
Recorded on7 Feb 2023
Typical for 2006 Kia Sportage78,394 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCU56 DHM
MakeKia
ModelSportage
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,991cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Feb 2023 157,822 miles
Fail 26 Jan 2023 157,811 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected (5.3.6 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 14 Jan 2022 138,200 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 21 Jan 2021 120,695 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 8 Jan 2020 106,962 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 14 Jan 2019 102,445 miles

Front tyres slighty perished & worn on edges

Pass 13 Jan 2018 97,052 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2017 92,178 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2016 86,855 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2015 82,045 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2014 76,812 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2013 68,503 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2012 64,578 miles
Fail 31 May 2012 64,575 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Nail in nearside front tyre

Pass 27 May 2011 58,799 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 24 Feb 2010 47,056 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2009 33,722 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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CU56 DHM is a 2006 Kia Sportage in Silver with a 1,991cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

Across all 2006 Kia Sportage models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.4% with a typical mileage of 78,394 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 CU56 DHM, 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 20 years old, this Kia Sportage is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was CU56 DHM registered?

CU56 DHM is a 2006 Kia Sportage, first registered on 5 September 2006.

Is CU56 DHM safe to buy?

The MOT history for CU56 DHM shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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