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2006 KIA Sportage 2.0L Petrol · FD56 FFO

FD56 FFO

2006 KIA Sportage (2.0L, petrol). First registered 01 Dec 2006. Recorded mileage 125,029 miles. MOT expired on 18 Apr 2026.

Make & Model
KIA SPORTAGE
Year / Origin
2006 · Nottingham
Safety Recall
Unknown
MOT Status
Expired on 18 Apr 2026
Road Tax
Untaxed (22 Oct 2025)
Recorded Mileage
125,029 mi
ULEZ Compliance
ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
Fuel & Engine
PETROL · 2.0L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults
MOT Status
Expired
Expired on 18 Apr 2026
Tax Status
Untaxed
Tax due 22 Oct 2025
Fuel Type
PETROL
Year
2006
Engine
1975cc
Mechanical Assessment

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The most recent MOT on 2025-04-07 recorded four minor defects: a nearside registration plate lamp inoperative, a damaged central rear seat belt buckle, corrosion near the subframe mount, and a minor exhaust leak. None of these were classified as safety-critical, but the corrosion and exhaust issues indicate ongoing maintenance needs. The vehicle’s 2025 mileage of 125,029 miles aligns with an average annual usage of ~6,251 miles, suggesting typical wear for its 20-year age. A recurring pattern of corrosion is evident, particularly around structural and suspension components. The 2022-04-14 MOT failed due to excessive corrosion in the nearside rear suspension mounting area, which significantly reduced structural strength. While the 2025 MOT noted corrosion again, it stated structural rigidity remained intact. This suggests the issue has not worsened to a critical level but remains a persistent risk. The trend since 2022 shows intermittent defects. After the 2022 failure, the 2023 and 2024 MOTs had no recorded issues, but the 2025 test reintroduced minor defects. This indicates the vehicle’s condition has not deteriorated consistently but remains vulnerable to corrosion and wear.
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FD56 FFO Key Findings

  • 5 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 07/04/2025
  • 125,029 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 1 historical MOT failure
  • 4 defects noted at the latest MOT
  • Recurring lighting items (3 mentions)

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FD56 FFO MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 15 Jun 2026, 19:29
MOT Analysis

Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2006 Kia Sportage (FD56 FFO) between April 2022 and April 2025.

The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.

The most recent test on 07 April 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Lighting (3 issues), Suspension (1 issue), Exhaust & Emissions (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 3 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.

Recorded failure items include: “Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural stren”.

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FD56 FFO Mileage History

  1. 14/04/202297,663 mi
  2. 20/04/202297,904 mi+241 mi
  3. 14/04/2023106,145 mi+8,241 mi
  4. 11/04/2024115,433 mi+9,288 mi
  5. 07/04/2025125,029 mi+9,596 mi

Average of roughly 9,177 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

Technical Specifications

ULEZ Compliant

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
60
/ 100 · Average
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MOT Roadworthiness: Average

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✗ MOT Expired or Failed
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✓ Good MOT pass rate (80%)
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