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FM06 TNE

2006 Kia Sportage

Black Diesel 1991cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 May 2021
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

136,163 mi
Last recorded136,163 miles
Recorded on18 May 2020
Typical for 2006 Kia Sportage78,394 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFM06 TNE
MakeKia
ModelSportage
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,991cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 May 2020 136,163 miles

oil leak

slight play offside front strut top

Pass 8 May 2019 125,010 miles

Nearside Front Lower Steering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

engine oil leak

slight play in front strut tops

Pass 30 May 2018 113,764 miles

front brake discs worn

nearside c.v gaiter deteriorating

offside rear brake discs corroded

oil leak

slight play in steering offside

Pass 20 Jun 2017 100,704 miles

nearside c.v gaitor deteriorating

Pass 24 Jun 2016 85,376 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2016 85,259 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tie bar/rod corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Rear Tie bar/rod corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release centre (5.2.5a)

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

Fail 29 Jun 2015 70,200 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

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

Pass 29 Jun 2015 70,200 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2014 58,332 miles

Front brake discs becoming worn/lipped.

Pass 18 Jul 2013 50,719 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2012 46,892 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2011 42,172 miles

n/s/f suspension arm front bush deteriorating

rear brake pads wearing low

slight wear to front brake discs

Pass 7 Sep 2010 36,251 miles

nearside fronttyre showing signs of wear on outer edge of tread

some wear in front subframe rear bushes

Fail 7 Sep 2010 36,251 miles

Seat belt damaged sufficient to obstruct correct operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

nearside fronttyre showing signs of wear on outer edge of tread

some wear in front subframe rear bushes

Pass 3 Jun 2010 34,076 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2009 26,806 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 TNE is a 2006 Kia Sportage in Black with a 1,991cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 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 TNE, 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 FM06 TNE registered?

FM06 TNE is a 2006 Kia Sportage, first registered on 20 July 2006.

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