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SP06 JTX

2006 Kia Sportage

Black Diesel 1991cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Sep 2022
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

116,575 mi
Last recorded116,575 miles
Recorded on31 Aug 2021
Typical for 2006 Kia Sportage78,394 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSP06 JTX
MakeKia
ModelSportage
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,991cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 31 Aug 2021 116,575 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2020 111,785 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2019 102,743 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2018 96,335 miles

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

Inner sills corroded

Nearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

exhaust corroded

offside rear trailing arm corroded

Fail 4 Sep 2018 96,313 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Offside Front Suspension component ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Inner sills corroded

Nearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

exhaust corroded

offside rear trailing arm corroded

Pass 10 Aug 2017 90,022 miles

all tyres near legal limit

front exhaust flexy corroded

Fail 10 Aug 2017 90,002 miles

Offside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f) DANGEROUS

all tyres near legal limit

Pass 31 Aug 2016 85,009 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2015 79,396 miles

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

Fail 27 Jul 2015 79,396 miles

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

Offside Front constant velocity joint is insecure (2.5.C.1b)

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

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 16 May 2014 72,730 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2012 62,928 miles
Pass 25 May 2011 53,000 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2010 43,714 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2009 32,368 miles
Fail 2 Apr 2009 32,366 miles

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

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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SP06 JTX is a 2006 Kia Sportage in Black with a 1,991cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 SP06 JTX, 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 SP06 JTX registered?

SP06 JTX is a 2006 Kia Sportage, first registered on 1 May 2006.

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