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A8 WVR

2009 Kia Sportage

Black Diesel 1991cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Sep 2026
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

118,233 mi
Last recorded118,233 miles
Recorded on4 Aug 2025
Typical for 2009 Kia Sportage70,126 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA8 WVR
MakeKia
ModelSportage
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,991cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Aug 2025 118,233 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2024 112,395 miles

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

Pass 23 Aug 2023 107,024 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2022 101,594 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2021 96,653 miles

exhaust rusty

Pass 2 Sep 2020 93,071 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 2 Sep 2020 93,071 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Sep 2019 87,809 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2018 80,123 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 16 Aug 2017 71,977 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 5 Aug 2016 65,117 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2015 56,156 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2014 45,866 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2013 36,639 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2012 26,300 miles

n/s/f suspension arm bush starting to unbond

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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A8 WVR 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 A8 WVR, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was A8 WVR registered?

A8 WVR is a 2009 Kia Sportage, first registered on 6 October 2009.

Is A8 WVR safe to buy?

The MOT history for A8 WVR 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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