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FV09 RFY

2009 Kia Sportage

Silver Diesel 1991cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Jan 2027
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

117,787 mi
Last recorded117,787 miles
Recorded on29 Jan 2026
Typical for 2009 Kia Sportage70,126 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV09 RFY
MakeKia
ModelSportage
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,991cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Jan 2026 117,787 miles

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 26 Jan 2026 117,778 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 28 Jan 2025 104,726 miles

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 25 Oct 2023 86,377 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2022 72,977 miles

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (Cracked) (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

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

Pass 7 Jun 2021 59,271 miles
Pass 20 May 2020 58,790 miles
Pass 17 May 2019 57,620 miles
Pass 21 May 2018 56,155 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2017 54,175 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2016 51,573 miles
Pass 27 May 2015 47,745 miles

O/S/F lower arm bush slight delamination.

O/S/F tyre wearing on inner edge.

Pass 5 Jun 2014 42,234 miles

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

Pass 19 Jun 2013 35,175 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2012 27,656 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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FV09 RFY is a 2009 Kia Sportage in Silver with a 1,991cc diesel 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 FV09 RFY, 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 FV09 RFY registered?

FV09 RFY is a 2009 Kia Sportage, first registered on 26 June 2009.

Is FV09 RFY safe to buy?

The MOT history for FV09 RFY 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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