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FT09 BZS

2009 Kia Sportage

Black Petrol 1975cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Jan 2027
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

111,015 mi
Last recorded111,015 miles
Recorded on20 Jan 2026
Typical for 2009 Kia Sportage70,126 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFT09 BZS
MakeKia
ModelSportage
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,975cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Jan 2026 111,015 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement top bearing rough when worked lock to lock (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front brake back plate incomplete

Offside Rear brake back plate missing

Fail 12 Jan 2026 110,962 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement top bearing rough when worked lock to lock (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front brake back plate incomplete

Offside Rear brake back plate missing

Pass 9 Jan 2025 107,172 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2023 102,709 miles

Central Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Oct 2022 98,326 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2021 93,883 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Macpherson strut mounting corroded but not seriously weakened top mounting (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 7 Sep 2020 89,982 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2019 85,283 miles

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

Pass 17 Jul 2018 79,186 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2017 68,548 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2016 58,893 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2015 47,934 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2014 33,603 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2013 23,273 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2012 15,816 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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FT09 BZS is a 2009 Kia Sportage in Black with a 1,975cc petrol 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 FT09 BZS, 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 FT09 BZS registered?

FT09 BZS is a 2009 Kia Sportage, first registered on 8 August 2009.

Is FT09 BZS safe to buy?

The MOT history for FT09 BZS 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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