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LG56 JVZ

2006 Kia Sportage

Black Diesel 1991cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Oct 2026
Tests16 (16 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

138,510 mi
Last recorded138,510 miles
Recorded on9 Oct 2025
Typical for 2006 Kia Sportage78,394 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLG56 JVZ
MakeKia
ModelSportage
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,991cc

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MOT History

16 pass
Pass 9 Oct 2025 138,510 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2024 133,670 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2023 129,805 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2022 123,204 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2021 116,084 miles

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both front tyre slight cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 5 Oct 2020 110,712 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2019 104,412 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2018 96,739 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2017 89,096 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2016 81,890 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2015 73,814 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Aug 2014 65,980 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2013 58,551 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2012 48,357 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Pass 2 Sep 2011 40,544 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2009 22,532 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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LG56 JVZ is a 2006 Kia Sportage in Black with a 1,991cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 LG56 JVZ, 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 LG56 JVZ registered?

LG56 JVZ is a 2006 Kia Sportage, first registered on 20 September 2006.

Is LG56 JVZ safe to buy?

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