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GF06 VHR

2006 Kia Sportage

Silver Diesel 1991cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Oct 2024
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

129,986 mi
Last recorded129,986 miles
Recorded on12 Oct 2023
Typical for 2006 Kia Sportage78,394 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGF06 VHR
MakeKia
ModelSportage
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,991cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Oct 2023 129,986 miles
Fail 6 Oct 2023 129,940 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Oct 2022 126,201 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Oct 2021 122,877 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 12 Oct 2020 119,152 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2019 110,937 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 13 Apr 2018 104,588 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2017 99,187 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2016 95,856 miles

n/s/r tyre worn on outer edge

Pass 13 Apr 2015 78,999 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2014 56,656 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2014 56,647 miles

Front registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

nearside of vehicle has slight damage

Pass 6 Nov 2013 53,839 miles

damage on bodywork

nearside rear tyre wearing low on tread

Pass 14 Nov 2012 41,137 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2012 39,818 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Jul 2011 35,789 miles

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

Pass 15 Jul 2010 31,099 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2009 26,485 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2009 23,657 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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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GF06 VHR is a 2006 Kia Sportage in Silver with a 1,991cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 GF06 VHR, 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 GF06 VHR registered?

GF06 VHR is a 2006 Kia Sportage, first registered on 22 May 2006.

Is GF06 VHR safe to buy?

The MOT history for GF06 VHR shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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