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DK55 RDU

2006 Kia Sportage

Red Diesel 1991cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Feb 2018
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

119,702 mi
Last recorded119,702 miles
Recorded on17 Feb 2017
Typical for 2006 Kia Sportage78,394 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDK55 RDU
MakeKia
ModelSportage
Year2006
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,991cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Feb 2017 119,702 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2015 116,632 miles

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

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

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

Pass 3 Mar 2014 101,911 miles

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

Pass 28 Feb 2013 86,493 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2011 66,671 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2011 66,671 miles

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

Pass 31 Aug 2010 55,566 miles

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 2 Sep 2009 41,191 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 2 Sep 2009 41,191 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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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DK55 RDU is a 2006 Kia Sportage in Red with a 1,991cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 DK55 RDU, 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 DK55 RDU registered?

DK55 RDU is a 2006 Kia Sportage, first registered on 14 February 2006.

Is DK55 RDU safe to buy?

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