CarVerify

Free Car Check

WG56 FET

2006 Kia Sportage

Black Diesel 1991cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Feb 2019
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

121,962 mi
Last recorded121,962 miles
Recorded on23 Feb 2018
Typical for 2006 Kia Sportage78,394 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Kia
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £12.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationWG56 FET
MakeKia
ModelSportage
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,991cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Feb 2018 121,962 miles

Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement D-BUSH BOTH SIDES (2.4.G.2)

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

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

Pass 16 Jan 2017 120,340 miles
Fail 9 Jan 2017 120,340 miles

Central Rear Statutory seat belt missing (5.1.1)

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Rear Hazard warning lamps inoperative (1.4.B.1b)

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear Statutory seat belt missing (5.1.1)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 16 Nov 2015 108,978 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Some rear suspension components have surface corrosion.

Pass 25 Nov 2014 101,120 miles
Fail 24 Nov 2014 101,120 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Nearside front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 9 Dec 2013 94,143 miles
Fail 2 Dec 2013 93,999 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Nov 2012 87,250 miles

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

Pass 18 Nov 2011 82,168 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2010 75,640 miles
Fail 2 Nov 2009 66,131 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 2 Nov 2009 66,131 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
Full Kia Sportage reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

WG56 FET is a 2006 Kia Sportage in Black with a 1,991cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 WG56 FET, 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

How do I check the history of WG56 FET?

You can check the full history of WG56 FET by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was WG56 FET registered?

WG56 FET is a 2006 Kia Sportage, first registered on 14 November 2006.

Is WG56 FET safe to buy?

The MOT history for WG56 FET shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does WG56 FET have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on WG56 FET. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.