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LG56 JWX

2006 Kia Sportage

Silver Diesel 1991cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Sep 2027
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

81,517 mi
Last recorded81,517 miles
Recorded on26 Aug 2026
Typical for 2006 Kia Sportage78,394 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLG56 JWX
MakeKia
ModelSportage
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,991cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Aug 2026 81,517 miles

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

Pass 27 Aug 2025 80,682 miles

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 27 Aug 2025 80,682 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 27 Aug 2024 79,593 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2023 78,365 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2022 76,658 miles
Fail 30 Aug 2022 76,658 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 23 Aug 2021 74,916 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2020 73,263 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2019 71,054 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2018 67,037 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2017 62,711 miles

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

Pass 23 Aug 2016 56,148 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2015 50,558 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2014 45,665 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2013 40,563 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2012 35,909 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2011 31,910 miles

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

Pass 9 Sep 2010 27,470 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2009 23,233 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 JWX is a 2006 Kia Sportage in Silver with a 1,991cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 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 LG56 JWX, 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 JWX registered?

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

Is LG56 JWX safe to buy?

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