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WJ56 SXB

2006 Kia Sportage

Black Diesel 1991cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jan 2023
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

113,312 mi
Last recorded113,312 miles
Recorded on25 Jan 2022
Typical for 2006 Kia Sportage78,394 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWJ56 SXB
MakeKia
ModelSportage
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,991cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 25 Jan 2022 113,312 miles
Fail 25 Jan 2022 113,302 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Driver's view to the front outside the swept area of the windscreen wipers restricted by an obstruction sun visor (3.1 (a) (i))

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

Pass 6 Jan 2021 100,193 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2019 91,005 miles
Pass 15 May 2018 82,317 miles
Pass 16 May 2017 73,543 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2016 86,329 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2.1mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2.4 (4.1.E.1)

Fail 31 Jul 2015 61,825 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

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

Pass 31 Jul 2015 61,825 miles

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

Pass 6 Aug 2014 54,156 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2013 48,069 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2012 42,274 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2011 34,746 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 5 Aug 2011 34,746 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2010 31,892 miles

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 11 Sep 2009 24,953 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2009 24,953 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber mounting 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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WJ56 SXB is a 2006 Kia Sportage in Black with a 1,991cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 WJ56 SXB, 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 WJ56 SXB registered?

WJ56 SXB is a 2006 Kia Sportage, first registered on 26 September 2006.

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The MOT history for WJ56 SXB shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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