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FG56 LNJ

2006 Kia Sportage

Red Diesel 1991cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 May 2027
Tests26 (18 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

110,191 mi
Last recorded110,191 miles
Recorded on1 Jun 2026
Typical for 2006 Kia Sportage78,394 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG56 LNJ
MakeKia
ModelSportage
Year2006
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,991cc

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MOT History

18 pass 8 fail
Pass 1 Jun 2026 110,191 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 20 May 2026 110,185 miles

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

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

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 6 May 2025 105,620 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 7 May 2024 102,086 miles
Pass 24 May 2023 99,191 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 9 May 2023 99,139 miles

Front Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Floor corroded in are between rear arm mounting and subframe mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Service brake excessively binding Recorded bind of 41kg, confirmed bind on lift (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Upper Macpherson strut mounting fractured (5.3.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner edge worn smooth, recommend replacement (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Corrosion in area between rear arm mount and anti-roll bar mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Outer sill corroded within arear of rear arm mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Apr 2022 94,839 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre In treaded area, tyre appears fully inflated

Fail 25 Apr 2022 94,839 miles

Front Position lamp not working Both front sidelights inoperative .. bulbs replaced at VTS (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre In treaded area, tyre appears fully inflated

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps Bulb replaced at VTS (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 15 Apr 2021 89,870 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Upper top mount has slight play

tape on dash

undertrays fitted

Pass 12 May 2020 85,775 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement top mounting (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 12 May 2020 85,775 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement top mounting (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 25 Mar 2019 78,535 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Mar 2018 71,457 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2017 66,507 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2016 61,262 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2015 57,788 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Fail 27 Apr 2015 57,763 miles

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Pass 28 Apr 2014 52,639 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 19 Apr 2013 43,359 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 30 Apr 2012 34,891 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2012 34,891 miles

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

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' (8.3.1b)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

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

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

Pass 21 Oct 2011 32,124 miles

slight misting of oil on steering rack gaiter

Fail 19 Oct 2011 32,124 miles

Nearside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

front brake discs worn

slight misting of oil on steering rack gaiter

Pass 8 Oct 2010 26,389 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2009 19,581 miles
Fail 22 Oct 2009 19,581 miles

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

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

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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FG56 LNJ is a 2006 Kia Sportage in Red with a 1,991cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 FG56 LNJ, 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 FG56 LNJ registered?

FG56 LNJ is a 2006 Kia Sportage, first registered on 25 October 2006.

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