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HV56 XYA

2006 Kia Sportage

Black Diesel 1991cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Sep 2019
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

108,561 mi
Last recorded108,561 miles
Recorded on19 Sep 2018
Typical for 2006 Kia Sportage78,394 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHV56 XYA
MakeKia
ModelSportage
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,991cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 19 Sep 2018 108,561 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

Slight exhaust blow from flexible joint not affecting emissions

Pass 22 Sep 2017 100,316 miles

Nearside Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Fail 22 Sep 2017 100,316 miles

Nearside Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 21 Sep 2016 90,267 miles

unable to check outer sills due to plastic covers fitted

Fail 21 Sep 2016 90,267 miles

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

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b) DANGEROUS

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

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

unable to check outer sills due to plastic covers fitted

Pass 2 Sep 2015 75,841 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2015 75,841 miles

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

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

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Front brake discs lipped

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

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

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

Offside rear brake disc is red showing signs of excess heat

Pass 30 Aug 2014 69,401 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2013 60,823 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2012 52,887 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2012 52,835 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 13 Sep 2011 43,891 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2010 35,950 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Sep 2009 28,462 miles

child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of n/s rear adult belt

Fail 11 Sep 2009 28,315 miles

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

child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of n/s rear adult belt

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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HV56 XYA 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 HV56 XYA, 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 HV56 XYA registered?

HV56 XYA is a 2006 Kia Sportage, first registered on 18 September 2006.

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