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KF56 AVE

2006 Kia Sportage

Black Petrol 1975cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Dec 2018
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

54,322 mi
Last recorded54,322 miles
Recorded on8 Dec 2017
Typical for 2006 Kia Sportage78,394 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKF56 AVE
MakeKia
ModelSportage
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,975cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Dec 2017 54,322 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

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

Pass 9 Dec 2016 52,117 miles

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

knocking noise in engine

Fail 9 Dec 2016 52,117 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

knocking noise in engine

Pass 27 Oct 2015 42,647 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2015 42,012 miles

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

Pass 13 Aug 2014 39,059 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2013 36,154 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2012 24,387 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2011 20,803 miles

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

Pass 20 Aug 2010 16,508 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2010 16,508 miles

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

Pass 25 Aug 2009 11,680 miles

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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KF56 AVE is a 2006 Kia Sportage in Black with a 1,975cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 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 KF56 AVE, 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 KF56 AVE registered?

KF56 AVE is a 2006 Kia Sportage, first registered on 1 September 2006.

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