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DSZ 8198

2006 Kia Sportage Xe

Silver Diesel 1991cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Mar 2027
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

147,009 mi
Last recorded147,009 miles
Recorded on3 Mar 2026
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDSZ 8198
MakeKia
ModelSportage Xe
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,991cc
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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Mar 2026 147,009 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2025 133,649 miles
Fail 6 Mar 2025 133,562 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2024 118,659 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2024 118,538 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2023 99,273 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2022 89,723 miles
Fail 26 Jan 2022 89,619 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2019 74,012 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2018 70,996 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2017 68,958 miles

How Reliable is the Kia Sportage Xe?

Based on 454 MOT tests across 103 vehicles.

73.6%
Pass Rate
5,782
Miles/Year
103
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 2
Registration plate lamp not working 1
registration plate delaminated 1
Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement 1
coil spring broken 1
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DSZ 8198 is a 2006 Kia Sportage Xe in Silver with a 1,991cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

The most common reason a Kia Sportage Xe fails its MOT is brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick, accounting for 2 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DSZ 8198, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of DSZ 8198?

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What year was DSZ 8198 registered?

DSZ 8198 is a 2006 Kia Sportage Xe, first registered on 13 November 2006.

Is DSZ 8198 safe to buy?

The MOT history for DSZ 8198 shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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