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LF06 MMK

2006 Kia Sportage

Black Diesel 1975cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Mar 2021
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

151,224 mi
Last recorded151,224 miles
Recorded on16 Mar 2020
Typical for 2006 Kia Sportage78,394 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLF06 MMK
MakeKia
ModelSportage
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,975cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Mar 2020 151,224 miles

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Mar 2019 142,600 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2019 142,600 miles

Nearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (4.1.2 (a))

rear propshaft donut joint worn

Pass 12 Jan 2018 130,722 miles

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

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Tyre worn close to the legal limit both front (4.1.E.1)

Pass 10 Nov 2016 110,601 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2015 96,241 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened n/s + o/s (3.5.1i)

Pass 26 Aug 2014 88,377 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 21 Jun 2013 78,358 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2013 78,358 miles

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

Pass 29 Feb 2012 60,475 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2011 51,116 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2011 51,116 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Mar 2010 41,654 miles

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

Pass 19 Mar 2009 30,936 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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LF06 MMK is a 2006 Kia Sportage in Black with a 1,975cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 LF06 MMK, 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 LF06 MMK registered?

LF06 MMK is a 2006 Kia Sportage, first registered on 24 March 2006.

Is LF06 MMK safe to buy?

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