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DY59 VRN

2009 Kia Sportage

Bronze Diesel 1991cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Mar 2024
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

87,952 mi
Last recorded87,952 miles
Recorded on26 Feb 2023
Typical for 2009 Kia Sportage70,126 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDY59 VRN
MakeKia
ModelSportage
Year2009
ColourBronze
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,991cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 Feb 2023 87,952 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2023 87,952 miles

Rear Shock absorbers insecurely attached (5.3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Feb 2022 87,281 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2021 85,947 miles

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

Fail 1 Mar 2021 85,947 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 29 Feb 2020 80,596 miles
Fail 29 Feb 2020 80,596 miles

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

Pass 2 Mar 2019 72,319 miles

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

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

Fail 2 Mar 2019 72,319 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers insecurely attached (5.3.2 (a) (i))

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

Pass 9 Jul 2018 68,620 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2017 65,575 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2016 62,286 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

exhaust has some corrosion

o/s/r tyre worn on the outer edge

sill covers fitted

Pass 27 Aug 2015 56,766 miles

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

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

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 29 Aug 2014 48,639 miles

Pads worn

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 9 Sep 2013 39,447 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Sep 2012 31,258 miles

Nearside Front Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

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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DY59 VRN is a 2009 Kia Sportage in Bronze with a 1,991cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2009 Kia Sportage models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.0% with a typical mileage of 70,126 miles. This vehicle is performing in line with others of the same 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 DY59 VRN, 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 DY59 VRN registered?

DY59 VRN is a 2009 Kia Sportage, first registered on 30 September 2009.

Is DY59 VRN safe to buy?

The MOT history for DY59 VRN shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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