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DG56 NLJ

2006 Kia Sportage

Black Diesel 1991cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Nov 2022
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

92,351 mi
Last recorded92,351 miles
Recorded on17 Nov 2021
Typical for 2006 Kia Sportage78,394 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG56 NLJ
MakeKia
ModelSportage
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,991cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Nov 2021 92,351 miles

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

Pass 16 Nov 2020 89,785 miles

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

Pass 12 Nov 2019 86,530 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2018 83,724 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2017 80,425 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2016 78,219 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2015 76,327 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2014 73,738 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2014 69,931 miles

fan belt noise in idle

Fail 21 Feb 2014 69,927 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

fan belt noise in idle

Pass 1 Mar 2013 65,310 miles
Fail 29 Feb 2012 56,450 miles

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 29 Feb 2012 56,450 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2010 44,184 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2009 35,506 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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DG56 NLJ is a 2006 Kia Sportage in Black with a 1,991cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 DG56 NLJ, 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.

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What year was DG56 NLJ registered?

DG56 NLJ is a 2006 Kia Sportage, first registered on 1 September 2006.

Is DG56 NLJ safe to buy?

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