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FV55 NZK

2006 Kia Sportage

Blue Diesel 1991cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Oct 2017
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

144,046 mi
Last recorded144,046 miles
Recorded on20 Oct 2016
Typical for 2006 Kia Sportage78,394 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV55 NZK
MakeKia
ModelSportage
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,991cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Oct 2016 144,046 miles
Fail 20 Oct 2016 144,046 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 13 Aug 2015 131,737 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2014 116,563 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2014 116,563 miles

Driver's airbag obviously defective (5.4.1)

Passenger's airbag obviously defective (5.4.1)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 18 Sep 2013 102,574 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2013 102,574 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 18 Jan 2011 75,288 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2010 56,122 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Jan 2009 34,498 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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FV55 NZK is a 2006 Kia Sportage in Blue with a 1,991cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 FV55 NZK, 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 FV55 NZK registered?

FV55 NZK is a 2006 Kia Sportage, first registered on 31 January 2006.

Is FV55 NZK safe to buy?

The MOT history for FV55 NZK shows 10 tests with a 70% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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