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FG59 FRJ

2009 Kia Sportage

Black Diesel 1991cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 May 2027
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

60,441 mi
Last recorded60,441 miles
Recorded on21 Apr 2026
Typical for 2009 Kia Sportage70,126 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG59 FRJ
MakeKia
ModelSportage
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,991cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 21 Apr 2026 60,441 miles

Offside Front Front fog lamp not working (fitted to vehicles first used from 1 March 2018)

Fail 20 Apr 2026 60,439 miles

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Coolant Level Below Min. Mark

Offside Front Front fog lamp not working (fitted to vehicles first used from 1 March 2018)

Pass 15 May 2025 51,445 miles
Fail 15 May 2025 51,445 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm tyre cracking and perishing (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Fail 13 May 2025 51,445 miles

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Nearside Rear Seat belt buckle damaged (7.1.2 (d))

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

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm tyre cracking and perishing (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 17 Apr 2024 42,365 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2024 42,274 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 9 May 2023 41,678 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing BOTH front tyres cracking on treads (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 25 Mar 2022 41,175 miles

Brake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))

Nearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Offside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 8 Mar 2021 40,362 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing BOTH FRONT tyres small cracks on main tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 19 Mar 2020 40,056 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2019 38,355 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2018 36,292 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2017 33,409 miles

engine cover fitted

engine tray fitted

o/s rear tyre tread worn and low

Pass 28 Jun 2016 31,111 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2015 26,506 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2015 26,506 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 8 Jul 2014 21,530 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2013 16,105 miles

Engine cover fitted to vehicle

Engine undertray fitted to vehicle

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Plastic sill covers fitted to vehicle

Pass 10 Jul 2012 10,470 miles

Engine cover fitted to vehicle

Engine undertray fitted to vehicle

Plastic sill covers fitted to vehicle

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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FG59 FRJ is a 2009 Kia Sportage in Black with a 1,991cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 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 FG59 FRJ, 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 FG59 FRJ registered?

FG59 FRJ is a 2009 Kia Sportage, first registered on 5 November 2009.

Is FG59 FRJ safe to buy?

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