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HIG 6626

2006 Kia Sportage

Silver Diesel 1991cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jul 2018
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

159,353 mi
Last recorded159,353 miles
Recorded on8 Jul 2017
Typical for 2006 Kia Sportage78,394 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHIG 6626
MakeKia
ModelSportage
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,991cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Jul 2017 159,353 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi (7.1.2)

oil leak back of engine

Pass 13 Aug 2016 156,699 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2015 148,911 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2014 142,986 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2013 138,595 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Oil leak

Pass 12 Oct 2012 131,375 miles

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

Pass 24 Oct 2011 125,865 miles

rear wiper blade split

Pass 16 Sep 2010 121,267 miles

n/s front C V boot (small clip) leaking grease

rear wiper blade split

Fail 9 Sep 2010 121,213 miles

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

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

n/s front C V boot (small clip) leaking grease

rear wiper blade split

Pass 26 Aug 2009 112,673 miles

Spare tyre defective

airbag light on

Fail 26 Aug 2009 112,673 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Spare tyre defective

airbag light on

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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HIG 6626 is a 2006 Kia Sportage in Silver with a 1,991cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 HIG 6626, 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 HIG 6626 registered?

HIG 6626 is a 2006 Kia Sportage, first registered on 1 September 2006.

Is HIG 6626 safe to buy?

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