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FV59 DZD

2009 Kia Sportage

Blue Petrol 1975cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Sep 2025
Tests21 (13 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate61.9%

Mileage

128,339 mi
Last recorded128,339 miles
Recorded on30 Aug 2024
Typical for 2009 Kia Sportage70,126 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV59 DZD
MakeKia
ModelSportage
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,975cc

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MOT History

13 pass 8 fail
Pass 30 Aug 2024 128,339 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both sides. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured Both sides. (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

Side repeater slightly discoloured Both sides. (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 12 Sep 2023 123,113 miles

Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both tyres inside edges (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Front Steering linkage ball joint has slight play Drumstick (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3-2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 12 Sep 2023 123,113 miles

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both tyres inside edges (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Front Steering linkage ball joint has slight play Drumstick (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3-2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 29 Aug 2022 115,247 miles

Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 26 Aug 2022 115,221 miles

Nearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

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

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 23 Aug 2021 106,554 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2021 106,554 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 1 Sep 2020 93,870 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2020 93,870 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

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

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 13 Sep 2019 85,384 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2019 85,384 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 25 Sep 2018 73,753 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 25 Sep 2018 73,753 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 7 Oct 2017 61,142 miles
Fail 5 Oct 2017 61,111 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 6 Oct 2016 46,442 miles

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

Fail 6 Oct 2016 46,442 miles

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

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

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

Pass 9 Oct 2015 35,431 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2014 32,012 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2013 27,302 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2012 22,175 miles

center rear seatbelt buckle damaged but operation not affected

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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FV59 DZD is a 2009 Kia Sportage in Blue with a 1,975cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.9%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 FV59 DZD, 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 FV59 DZD registered?

FV59 DZD is a 2009 Kia Sportage, first registered on 27 October 2009.

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