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FM06 TBO

2006 Kia Sportage

Blue Diesel 1991cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jul 2019
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

141,200 mi
Last recorded141,200 miles
Recorded on11 Jul 2018
Typical for 2006 Kia Sportage78,394 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFM06 TBO
MakeKia
ModelSportage
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,991cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Jul 2018 141,200 miles

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

Pass 11 Apr 2017 133,813 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2016 125,410 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2015 113,434 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2014 104,422 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2014 104,404 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 15 Apr 2013 95,290 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2012 85,129 miles
Pass 20 May 2011 72,189 miles
Pass 11 May 2010 57,212 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2009 47,528 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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FM06 TBO 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 FM06 TBO, 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 FM06 TBO?

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What year was FM06 TBO registered?

FM06 TBO is a 2006 Kia Sportage, first registered on 28 June 2006.

Is FM06 TBO safe to buy?

The MOT history for FM06 TBO 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.

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