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FY56 OPX

2006 Kia Sportage

Black Diesel 1991cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Oct 2019
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

141,260 mi
Last recorded141,260 miles
Recorded on17 Oct 2018
Typical for 2006 Kia Sportage78,394 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY56 OPX
MakeKia
ModelSportage
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,991cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 17 Oct 2018 141,260 miles
Fail 12 Oct 2018 141,206 miles

Nearside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced chassis leg (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 9 Oct 2017 125,839 miles

emissions to clean

front tyres worn on inner edges

Fail 5 Oct 2017 125,839 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

emissions to clean

front tyres worn on inner edges

Pass 27 Sep 2016 108,804 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 26 Sep 2016 108,804 miles

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

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 24 Aug 2015 87,780 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2014 80,727 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 15 Sep 2014 80,727 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 26 Sep 2013 69,421 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 14 Sep 2012 59,562 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 13 Sep 2012 59,562 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 16 Sep 2011 51,581 miles

Nail in nearside front tyre

Pass 21 Sep 2010 45,204 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2009 34,299 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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FY56 OPX is a 2006 Kia Sportage in Black with a 1,991cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 FY56 OPX, 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 FY56 OPX registered?

FY56 OPX is a 2006 Kia Sportage, first registered on 29 September 2006.

Is FY56 OPX safe to buy?

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