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FM06 VFV

2006 Kia Sportage

Black Diesel 1991cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Aug 2027
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

98,009 mi
Last recorded98,009 miles
Recorded on4 Aug 2026
Typical for 2006 Kia Sportage78,394 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Aug 2026 98,009 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2025 92,728 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2024 89,250 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2023 87,581 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2022 85,668 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2022 85,666 miles

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Rear Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 6 Aug 2021 84,157 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2020 82,737 miles

Nearside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened FACE (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened FACE (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 22 Sep 2020 82,737 miles

Nearside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened FACE (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened FACE (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 7 Sep 2019 81,096 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2019 81,096 miles

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

Pass 14 Sep 2018 80,036 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2017 77,633 miles

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 7 Sep 2016 72,623 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2015 70,867 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2014 67,101 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2013 63,508 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 29 Sep 2012 60,890 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 3 Oct 2011 58,494 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2011 55,598 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 26 Jul 2010 46,700 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2009 33,743 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 VFV is a 2006 Kia Sportage in Black with a 1,991cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 VFV, 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 VFV?

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What year was FM06 VFV registered?

FM06 VFV is a 2006 Kia Sportage, first registered on 25 July 2006.

Is FM06 VFV safe to buy?

The MOT history for FM06 VFV shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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