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FV59 FRD

2009 Kia Sportage

Silver Diesel 1991cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jun 2024
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

161,336 mi
Last recorded161,336 miles
Recorded on17 May 2023
Typical for 2009 Kia Sportage70,126 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV59 FRD
MakeKia
ModelSportage
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,991cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 May 2023 161,336 miles
Pass 26 May 2022 149,727 miles

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Fail 26 May 2022 149,727 miles

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

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

Pass 17 May 2021 137,953 miles

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 21 May 2020 128,151 miles
Fail 21 May 2020 128,151 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Pass 4 Jun 2019 121,835 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2018 109,880 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2017 105,672 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Nov 2016 85,036 miles

Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both sides front (2.4.G.2)

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides rear (3.5.1i)

oil level on min

Fail 12 Nov 2016 85,036 miles

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

Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both sides front (2.4.G.2)

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides rear (3.5.1i)

Pass 28 Nov 2015 66,806 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2014 52,510 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2013 37,547 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 Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 26 Nov 2012 26,888 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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FV59 FRD 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 80%.

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 FV59 FRD, 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 FV59 FRD registered?

FV59 FRD is a 2009 Kia Sportage, first registered on 30 November 2009.

Is FV59 FRD safe to buy?

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