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GV56 BKX

2006 Kia Sportage

Black Diesel 1991cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Oct 2023
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

116,790 mi
Last recorded116,790 miles
Recorded on19 Oct 2022
Typical for 2006 Kia Sportage78,394 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGV56 BKX
MakeKia
ModelSportage
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,991cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Oct 2022 116,790 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Oct 2021 109,949 miles

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 28 Oct 2020 102,612 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

age related corrosion underneanth

fuel filler pipes perished and corroded

Fail 27 Oct 2020 102,612 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

age related corrosion underneanth

fuel filler pipes perished and corroded

Pass 23 Sep 2019 96,453 miles
Fail 23 Sep 2019 96,453 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 13 Oct 2018 91,127 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2017 86,878 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2016 82,432 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 10 Oct 2015 76,404 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2014 70,798 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2013 62,637 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2012 54,423 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2012 51,195 miles

wear n/s/f tyre

Pass 1 Mar 2011 44,730 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

front brake discs worn

Pass 31 Mar 2010 39,158 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 1 Apr 2009 23,176 miles
Fail 1 Apr 2009 23,176 miles

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

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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GV56 BKX is a 2006 Kia Sportage in Black with a 1,991cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 GV56 BKX, 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 GV56 BKX registered?

GV56 BKX is a 2006 Kia Sportage, first registered on 28 September 2006.

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