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MJ06 PLX

2006 Kia Sportage

Silver Diesel 1991cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Mar 2019
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

92,554 mi
Last recorded92,554 miles
Recorded on28 Mar 2018
Typical for 2006 Kia Sportage78,394 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMJ06 PLX
MakeKia
ModelSportage
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,991cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Mar 2018 92,554 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit both front very slightly on inner edge (4.1.E.1)

Pass 31 Mar 2017 89,501 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2016 83,172 miles

Offside Rear seat belt not tested due to child seat fitted

Fail 19 Mar 2015 74,112 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 19 Mar 2015 74,112 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2014 65,796 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2013 60,450 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2012 53,508 miles
Fail 26 May 2012 53,265 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 18 May 2011 45,232 miles
Pass 8 May 2010 36,192 miles

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

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

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

Offside Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Pass 13 May 2009 27,282 miles

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

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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MJ06 PLX is a 2006 Kia Sportage in Silver with a 1,991cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 MJ06 PLX, 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 MJ06 PLX registered?

MJ06 PLX is a 2006 Kia Sportage, first registered on 26 May 2006.

Is MJ06 PLX safe to buy?

The MOT history for MJ06 PLX shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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