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DX56 PKA

2006 Kia Sportage

Silver Diesel 1991cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Nov 2025
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

59,909 mi
Last recorded59,909 miles
Recorded on31 Oct 2024
Typical for 2006 Kia Sportage78,394 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDX56 PKA
MakeKia
ModelSportage
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,991cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 31 Oct 2024 59,909 miles

both front sun visors are insecure

Pass 8 Nov 2023 58,326 miles

Exhaust silencer slightly loose flexy section (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 3 Nov 2022 56,795 miles

Exhaust silencer slightly loose Flexi section deteriorated - exhaust flanges corroded (8.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 15 Nov 2021 55,154 miles

Exhaust joints corroded - flexi section deteriorated

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively NSF pads wearing low (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Fail 15 Nov 2021 55,154 miles

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn OSF / NSF Wishbone bushes (front of arms) (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Exhaust joints corroded - flexi section deteriorated

Pass 26 Nov 2020 53,694 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Wishbone bush - front of arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 16 Dec 2019 52,131 miles

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 5 Dec 2018 49,640 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2017 47,474 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2016 44,485 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2015 42,186 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2014 39,501 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2013 36,254 miles

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Fail 10 Dec 2013 36,164 miles

Upper Stop lamp excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.2.1d)

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 19 Dec 2012 31,919 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2011 26,176 miles

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

Pass 21 Dec 2010 19,991 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2009 13,871 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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DX56 PKA is a 2006 Kia Sportage in Silver with a 1,991cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 DX56 PKA, 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 DX56 PKA registered?

DX56 PKA is a 2006 Kia Sportage, first registered on 1 December 2006.

Is DX56 PKA safe to buy?

The MOT history for DX56 PKA shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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