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T300 TAF

2006 Kia Sportage

Black Diesel 1991cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 May 2019
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

139,904 mi
Last recorded139,904 miles
Recorded on16 May 2018
Typical for 2006 Kia Sportage78,394 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT300 TAF
MakeKia
ModelSportage
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,991cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 May 2018 139,904 miles

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

rear wiper blade split

Fail 15 May 2018 133,904 miles

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

Offside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

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

Spare tyre defective ()

rear wiper blade split

Pass 16 May 2017 123,220 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush FRONT BUSH (2.4.G.2)

Fail 15 May 2017 123,216 miles

Central Rear Statutory seat belt missing STALK (5.1.1)

Nearside Rear Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Rear Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush FRONT BUSH (2.4.G.2)

Pass 14 Mar 2016 112,957 miles

Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both front (2.4.G.2)

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

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

Pass 8 Apr 2015 110,972 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

osf wiper blade split

Pass 2 Apr 2014 104,724 miles

rear suspension arms surface corrosion

Pass 20 Mar 2013 98,017 miles

rear suspension arms starting to corrode

Pass 2 Apr 2012 93,920 miles

rear pads getting low

Pass 5 Apr 2011 88,764 miles

front pads getting low

Pass 25 Mar 2010 83,245 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2009 67,727 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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T300 TAF is a 2006 Kia Sportage in Black 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 T300 TAF, 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 T300 TAF registered?

T300 TAF is a 2006 Kia Sportage, first registered on 29 March 2006.

Is T300 TAF safe to buy?

The MOT history for T300 TAF 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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