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FN09 VXB

2009 Kia Sportage

Black Petrol 1975cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Aug 2022
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

99,047 mi
Last recorded99,047 miles
Recorded on13 Aug 2021
Typical for 2009 Kia Sportage70,126 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFN09 VXB
MakeKia
ModelSportage
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,975cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Aug 2021 99,047 miles

All brake discs corroded

Rear tyres perished

Surface corrosion on the underside

Pass 14 Aug 2020 95,579 miles

Rear tyres perished

o/s/r park brake low effort

Pass 2 Aug 2019 90,965 miles

Corrosion to the underside

o/s park brake low effort

Pass 21 Aug 2018 89,928 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2017 79,190 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)

Fail 23 Mar 2017 79,183 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

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)

body damage

clutch?

front exhaust flexi-pipe deteriorated/slight blow

fuel light on

Pass 21 Mar 2016 70,526 miles

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

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

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

body damage

front number plate slight deterioration

n/s/r tyre has nail in it

Pass 24 Mar 2015 62,766 miles

body damage

front foglights inop

Pass 21 Mar 2014 51,992 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2013 41,409 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2013 41,409 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Pass 27 Mar 2012 31,605 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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FN09 VXB is a 2009 Kia Sportage in Black with a 1,975cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 FN09 VXB, 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 FN09 VXB registered?

FN09 VXB is a 2009 Kia Sportage, first registered on 30 March 2009.

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The MOT history for FN09 VXB shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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