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EF56 TKV

2006 Kia Sportage

Black Diesel 1991cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Nov 2026
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

135,418 mi
Last recorded135,418 miles
Recorded on29 Nov 2025
Typical for 2006 Kia Sportage78,394 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEF56 TKV
MakeKia
ModelSportage
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,991cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Nov 2025 135,418 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2024 130,718 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2023 125,474 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2022 118,391 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2021 112,145 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2020 101,419 miles

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 27 Nov 2019 92,923 miles
Fail 26 Nov 2019 92,923 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Nov 2018 85,970 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2017 80,406 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2016 73,164 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2015 66,719 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2014 58,449 miles
Fail 17 Nov 2014 58,449 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has excessive movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b) DANGEROUS

Pass 25 Nov 2013 48,514 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2012 43,094 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2011 37,403 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 30 Nov 2010 29,975 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2009 20,099 miles
Fail 26 Nov 2009 20,099 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (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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EF56 TKV is a 2006 Kia Sportage in Black with a 1,991cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 TKV, 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 EF56 TKV registered?

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

Is EF56 TKV safe to buy?

The MOT history for EF56 TKV shows 20 tests with a 85% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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