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KG56 BWM

2006 Kia Sportage

Black Diesel 1991cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Aug 2023
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

124,263 mi
Last recorded124,263 miles
Recorded on11 Aug 2022
Typical for 2006 Kia Sportage78,394 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKG56 BWM
MakeKia
ModelSportage
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,991cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 11 Aug 2022 124,263 miles

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

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 11 Mar 2022 124,240 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Pass 18 Dec 2020 115,543 miles
Fail 18 Dec 2020 115,543 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 4 Jul 2019 107,043 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2019 107,043 miles

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 15 Aug 2018 103,296 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Aug 2017 98,799 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2017 98,795 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

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

Pass 22 Aug 2016 94,627 miles

nearside front tyre wearing on outer edge

Pass 13 Aug 2015 90,216 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2014 85,381 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

wiper blades poor condition

Pass 19 Aug 2014 85,381 miles

wiper blades poor condition

Pass 20 Aug 2013 80,721 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2012 76,739 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 29 Sep 2011 72,667 miles

front wipers streak

Pass 16 Sep 2010 60,085 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2009 46,295 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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KG56 BWM is a 2006 Kia Sportage in Black with a 1,991cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 KG56 BWM, 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 KG56 BWM registered?

KG56 BWM is a 2006 Kia Sportage, first registered on 8 October 2006.

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