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KC06 PLO

2006 Kia Sportage

Black Diesel 1991cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 May 2027
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

67,972 mi
Last recorded67,972 miles
Recorded on8 May 2026
Typical for 2006 Kia Sportage78,394 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKC06 PLO
MakeKia
ModelSportage
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,991cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 8 May 2026 67,972 miles

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

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

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

Pass 9 May 2025 67,795 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 13 May 2024 67,481 miles
Fail 3 May 2024 67,477 miles

Nearside Front Upper Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Upper Coil spring worn (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 3 May 2023 67,208 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 3 May 2023 67,208 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively BOTH (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 6 May 2022 66,836 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2020 66,236 miles
Pass 18 May 2019 65,363 miles
Pass 15 May 2018 64,628 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Fail 14 May 2018 64,628 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases front flexi pipe (7.1.2)

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

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

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

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

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 8 May 2017 63,908 miles
Pass 11 May 2016 63,038 miles

Nearside Rear Tie bar/rod has slight play in a pin/bush front (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Tie bar/rod has slight play in a pin/bush front (2.4.G.2)

Pass 11 May 2015 62,509 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 13 May 2014 59,097 miles

lower engine cover fitted

slight dampness of grease showing on nsf inner cv gaiter

Fail 13 May 2014 59,097 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

lower engine cover fitted

slight dampness of grease showing on nsf inner cv gaiter

Pass 16 May 2013 52,524 miles
Pass 18 May 2012 46,111 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 19 May 2011 37,459 miles
Fail 19 May 2011 37,459 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 13 May 2010 27,623 miles

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

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

Pass 7 May 2009 19,555 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of 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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KC06 PLO is a 2006 Kia Sportage in Black with a 1,991cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

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 KC06 PLO, 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 KC06 PLO registered?

KC06 PLO is a 2006 Kia Sportage, first registered on 13 May 2006.

Is KC06 PLO safe to buy?

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