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EX09 VZO

2009 Kia Sportage

Silver Petrol 1975cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Oct 2027
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

93,640 mi
Last recorded93,640 miles
Recorded on23 Sep 2026
Typical for 2009 Kia Sportage70,126 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEX09 VZO
MakeKia
ModelSportage
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,975cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 23 Sep 2026 93,640 miles

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 1 Oct 2025 91,276 miles

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 1 Oct 2024 89,291 miles

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

Fail 1 Oct 2024 89,291 miles

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 25 Sep 2023 85,408 miles

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

Offside Steering Rack Boot Slightly Damp

Pass 15 Sep 2022 83,408 miles

Nearside Front Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (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))

Pass 21 Sep 2021 80,488 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 9 Oct 2020 78,223 miles
Fail 9 Oct 2020 78,222 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 4 Nov 2019 77,189 miles
Fail 4 Nov 2019 77,189 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 12 Oct 2018 67,433 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2017 59,883 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2016 52,028 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2015 42,404 miles
Fail 29 Oct 2015 42,404 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Fail 10 Nov 2014 35,439 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 10 Nov 2014 35,439 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 29 Mar 2014 32,112 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2013 27,206 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2012 19,866 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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EX09 VZO is a 2009 Kia Sportage in Silver with a 1,975cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 EX09 VZO, 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 EX09 VZO registered?

EX09 VZO is a 2009 Kia Sportage, first registered on 11 March 2009.

Is EX09 VZO safe to buy?

The MOT history for EX09 VZO shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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