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A7 BGC

2009 Kia Sportage

Black Diesel 1991cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Nov 2026
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

89,340 mi
Last recorded89,340 miles
Recorded on12 Nov 2025
Typical for 2009 Kia Sportage70,126 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA7 BGC
MakeKia
ModelSportage
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,991cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Nov 2025 89,340 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 20 Nov 2024 87,637 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 8 Nov 2023 84,036 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Bottom arm front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Nov 2022 78,100 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2021 72,824 miles

Rear Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Fail 15 Nov 2021 72,824 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 4 Nov 2020 69,988 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2019 66,855 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2018 59,980 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2017 55,621 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2016 53,072 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2015 46,033 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2014 40,464 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2013 33,270 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2012 27,546 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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A7 BGC is a 2009 Kia Sportage in Black with a 1,991cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

Across all 2009 Kia Sportage models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.0% with a typical mileage of 70,126 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 A7 BGC, 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 17 years old, this Kia Sportage is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was A7 BGC registered?

A7 BGC is a 2009 Kia Sportage, first registered on 20 November 2009.

Is A7 BGC safe to buy?

The MOT history for A7 BGC shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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