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EF56 OEC

2006 Kia Sportage

Black Petrol 2656cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 May 2014
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

61,803 mi
Last recorded61,803 miles
Recorded on8 May 2013
Typical for 2006 Kia Sportage78,394 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEF56 OEC
MakeKia
ModelSportage
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,656cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 May 2013 61,803 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Dec 2012 61,272 miles
Fail 4 Dec 2012 61,272 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Pass 1 Dec 2011 55,501 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2010 45,245 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2009 35,271 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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EF56 OEC is a 2006 Kia Sportage in Black with a 2,656cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 EF56 OEC, 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

How do I check the history of EF56 OEC?

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What year was EF56 OEC registered?

EF56 OEC is a 2006 Kia Sportage, first registered on 30 November 2006.

Is EF56 OEC safe to buy?

The MOT history for EF56 OEC shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does EF56 OEC have outstanding finance?

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