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PN56 SUU

2006 Kia Sportage

Black Diesel 1991cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Feb 2027
Tests26 (17 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate65.4%

Mileage

120,730 mi
Last recorded120,730 miles
Recorded on20 Feb 2026
Typical for 2006 Kia Sportage78,394 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPN56 SUU
MakeKia
ModelSportage
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,991cc

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MOT History

17 pass 9 fail
Pass 20 Feb 2026 120,730 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 20 Jun 2024 117,273 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring worn (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 13 Jun 2023 112,185 miles

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

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge severely worn (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Fail 12 Jun 2023 112,185 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded to flex (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge severely worn (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Jun 2022 100,508 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material into flex (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner wheel arch by brake hose mounting (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Fail 21 Jun 2022 100,505 miles

Brake pedal has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Brake pipe likely to become detached or damaged fouling main anti roll bar (1.1.11 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pipe likely to become detached or damaged no clips or supports on flexible hose (1.1.11 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Electrical wiring insecure and connectors likely to become disconnected ABS wiring (4.11 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Macpherson strut insecurely attached top mounting loose (5.3.3 (a) (i))

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material into flex (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner wheel arch by brake hose mounting (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Fail 24 Sep 2021 100,501 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn lower arm front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded pipe into flex (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength next to subframe mounting/anti roll bar d bush mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material into flex (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement lower arm front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Sep 2020 94,537 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2020 94,531 miles

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Fail 22 Sep 2020 94,531 miles

Offside Rear Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 12 Sep 2019 91,248 miles
Fail 11 Sep 2019 91,248 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

Pass 10 Sep 2018 84,879 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2017 79,029 miles

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

Fail 11 Sep 2017 79,029 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 5 Sep 2016 74,047 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2015 67,152 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2014 59,006 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2013 48,026 miles

n/s/f and o/s/f tyres worn on inner edges

Fail 10 Sep 2013 48,024 miles

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

n/s/f and o/s/f tyres worn on inner edges

Pass 21 Aug 2012 36,499 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2011 26,783 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 2 Sep 2011 26,783 miles

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

Pass 7 Sep 2010 18,312 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2009 13,404 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2009 13,373 miles

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

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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PN56 SUU is a 2006 Kia Sportage in Black with a 1,991cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65.4%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 PN56 SUU, 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 PN56 SUU registered?

PN56 SUU is a 2006 Kia Sportage, first registered on 1 September 2006.

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