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PK06 WKU

2006 Kia Sportage

Blue Petrol 1975cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Aug 2027
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

182,768 mi
Last recorded182,768 miles
Recorded on13 Aug 2026
Typical for 2006 Kia Sportage78,394 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPK06 WKU
MakeKia
ModelSportage
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,975cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 Aug 2026 182,768 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 8 Aug 2025 175,963 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2024 166,599 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2023 159,582 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 11 Aug 2023 159,582 miles

Boot lid component insecure (6.2.1 (a) (i))

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 23 Aug 2022 151,730 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2021 14,206 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both main rear feeds (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 5 Aug 2020 135,227 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2020 135,227 miles

Undertray likely to become detached (6.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 22 Aug 2019 129,265 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2018 121,011 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2018 121,011 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 21 Aug 2017 114,519 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2016 108,695 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2015 97,493 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2014 87,191 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2014 87,191 miles

Nearside Front Bonded suspension unit bonding failed and part of unit is likely to become displaced (2.4.F.2)

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

Offside Front Bonded suspension unit bonding failed and part of unit is likely to become displaced (2.4.F.2)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 21 Aug 2013 82,032 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2012 77,236 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2011 70,054 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2010 67,310 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2009 63,343 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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PK06 WKU is a 2006 Kia Sportage in Blue with a 1,975cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 PK06 WKU, 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 PK06 WKU registered?

PK06 WKU is a 2006 Kia Sportage, first registered on 23 June 2006.

Is PK06 WKU safe to buy?

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