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KC56 LXX

2006 Kia Sportage

Black Diesel 1991cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Nov 2019
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

157,999 mi
Last recorded157,999 miles
Recorded on6 Nov 2018
Typical for 2006 Kia Sportage78,394 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKC56 LXX
MakeKia
ModelSportage
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,991cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Nov 2018 157,999 miles

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

Nearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

Rear Drive shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated at rear differential (6.1.7 (d) (i))

Pass 7 Nov 2017 139,878 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2016 121,248 miles
Fail 9 Nov 2016 121,204 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush rear mounting of lower arm (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm on inner tread area (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed on inner tread area (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 9 Nov 2015 101,583 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit nearside rear worn down to 2.5 mm (4.1.E.1)

Tyre worn close to the legal limit offside rear worn down to 2 mm (4.1.E.1)

rubber coupling between rear propshaft and axle flange deteriorated

Pass 10 Nov 2014 85,317 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2013 66,980 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 13 Nov 2012 52,809 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2011 44,995 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2010 35,217 miles

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

Pass 26 Nov 2009 25,603 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

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

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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KC56 LXX is a 2006 Kia Sportage in Black with a 1,991cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 KC56 LXX, 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 KC56 LXX registered?

KC56 LXX is a 2006 Kia Sportage, first registered on 23 December 2006.

Is KC56 LXX safe to buy?

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