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FG06 UCJ

2006 Kia Sportage

Blue Petrol 1975cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Oct 2016
Tests12 (7 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate58.3%

Mileage

137,971 mi
Last recorded137,971 miles
Recorded on13 Oct 2015
Typical for 2006 Kia Sportage78,394 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG06 UCJ
MakeKia
ModelSportage
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,975cc

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MOT History

7 pass 5 fail
Pass 13 Oct 2015 137,971 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Mud under vehicle.

Off side rear bumper damaged.

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Sill covers fitted.

Sun visor cannot be secured in "up" position,but not in direct view.

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

Fail 6 Oct 2015 137,753 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement front (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement front (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Rear fog lamp emits a light other than red (1.3.2e)

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

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)

Offside Rear Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1) DANGEROUS

Sill covers fitted.

Both rear lights damaged.

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Mud under vehicle.

Off side rear bumper damaged.

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Sun visor cannot be secured in "up" position,but not in direct view.

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

Pass 4 Oct 2014 118,622 miles

Mud under vehicle

Oil leak

Fail 1 Oct 2014 118,622 miles

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

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

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Condition of tyres

Mud under vehicle

Oil leak

Pass 3 Oct 2013 97,953 miles
Fail 2 Oct 2013 97,930 miles

Driver's airbag obviously defective (5.4.1)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 1 Oct 2012 80,746 miles

mud under vehicle (INSPECTION LIMITED)

Fail 1 Oct 2012 80,746 miles

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

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

mud under vehicle (INSPECTION LIMITED)

Fail 2 Sep 2011 61,124 miles

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

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

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

Pass 2 Sep 2011 61,124 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2010 45,387 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2009 32,936 miles

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

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

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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FG06 UCJ is a 2006 Kia Sportage in Blue with a 1,975cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.3%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 FG06 UCJ, 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 FG06 UCJ registered?

FG06 UCJ is a 2006 Kia Sportage, first registered on 7 April 2006.

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