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LC56 SFE

2006 Kia Sportage

Black Diesel 1991cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Sep 2018
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

214,609 mi
Last recorded214,609 miles
Recorded on13 Sep 2017
Typical for 2006 Kia Sportage78,394 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLC56 SFE
MakeKia
ModelSportage
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,991cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Sep 2017 214,609 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2016 208,884 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2015 203,707 miles
Fail 25 Aug 2015 203,707 miles

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

Pass 30 Aug 2014 191,459 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2013 171,243 miles

Offside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 1 Oct 2012 138,258 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2011 111,281 miles

Offside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 2 Oct 2010 85,372 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2009 57,730 miles

Engine covers fitted to vehicle

Engine undertray fitted to vehicle

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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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LC56 SFE is a 2006 Kia Sportage in Black with a 1,991cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 LC56 SFE, 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 LC56 SFE registered?

LC56 SFE is a 2006 Kia Sportage, first registered on 30 September 2006.

Is LC56 SFE safe to buy?

The MOT history for LC56 SFE shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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