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FH55 SPX

2006 Kia Sportage

Blue Diesel 1991cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Nov 2018
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

99,517 mi
Last recorded99,517 miles
Recorded on28 Oct 2017
Typical for 2006 Kia Sportage78,394 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFH55 SPX
MakeKia
ModelSportage
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,991cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Oct 2017 99,517 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Oct 2016 89,864 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 235 60 R16 (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 235 60 R16 (4.1.E.1)

Pass 2 Nov 2015 79,532 miles

Offside Front Lower Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush front (2.5.A.1c)

Pass 18 Sep 2014 75,728 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

unable to fully check nearside rear seat belt due to baby seat fitted

Pass 31 Aug 2013 73,739 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2013 73,731 miles

Nearside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 18 Aug 2012 69,463 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2011 62,090 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2011 56,973 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2010 44,979 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2009 34,779 miles

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

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

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

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

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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FH55 SPX is a 2006 Kia Sportage in Blue with a 1,991cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 FH55 SPX, 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 FH55 SPX registered?

FH55 SPX is a 2006 Kia Sportage, first registered on 31 January 2006.

Is FH55 SPX safe to buy?

The MOT history for FH55 SPX shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does FH55 SPX have outstanding finance?

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