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LT56 KJU

2006 Kia Sportage

Silver Diesel 1991cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Oct 2023
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

65,364 mi
Last recorded65,364 miles
Recorded on26 Sep 2022
Typical for 2006 Kia Sportage78,394 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLT56 KJU
MakeKia
ModelSportage
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,991cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Sep 2022 65,364 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2021 62,155 miles

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 7 Oct 2020 59,279 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2019 56,510 miles

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Fail 2 Oct 2019 56,510 miles

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

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Pass 26 Sep 2018 53,360 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2017 48,516 miles

Oil leak ()

under trays fitted obscuring view of some components

Pass 12 Oct 2016 44,333 miles
Fail 4 Oct 2016 44,281 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 235/60/16 (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Pass 6 Oct 2015 41,624 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2015 41,602 miles

Offside Front obligatory indirect vision device is incapable of being adjusted to provide an adequate view to the rear drivers sun wiser does not secure (8.1.2b)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 26 Sep 2014 38,450 miles

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

Pass 27 Sep 2013 34,413 miles

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

Pass 27 Sep 2012 30,039 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2011 25,455 miles

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

Pass 29 Sep 2010 20,148 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2009 14,590 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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LT56 KJU is a 2006 Kia Sportage in Silver with a 1,991cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 LT56 KJU, 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 LT56 KJU registered?

LT56 KJU is a 2006 Kia Sportage, first registered on 30 September 2006.

Is LT56 KJU safe to buy?

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