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FY59 HCV

2009 Kia Sportage

Black Diesel 1991cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jul 2022
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

118,405 mi
Last recorded118,405 miles
Recorded on28 Jul 2021
Typical for 2009 Kia Sportage70,126 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY59 HCV
MakeKia
ModelSportage
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,991cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Jul 2021 118,405 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2020 135,498 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2020 113,675 miles

Front Driver's view of the road through the swept area of the windscreen materially affected by an obstruction sun visors wont stay up (3.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

Pass 18 Jul 2019 108,891 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2019 108,891 miles

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

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 20 Jul 2018 94,318 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.61mm around outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.62mm around outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 21 Jul 2017 78,598 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre wearing on outer edge to centre & worn close to markers

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre slightly worn , outer edge to centre & wearing close to markers

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Pass 8 Jul 2016 59,438 miles

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 24 Jun 2015 39,898 miles

nearside front tyre wearing outside edge

nearside rear tyre wearing outside edge

offside rear tyre wearing outside edge

Pass 11 Jun 2014 34,294 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2013 24,094 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2012 22,989 miles
Fail 8 Oct 2012 22,986 miles

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

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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FY59 HCV is a 2009 Kia Sportage in Black with a 1,991cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 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 FY59 HCV, 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

How do I check the history of FY59 HCV?

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What year was FY59 HCV registered?

FY59 HCV is a 2009 Kia Sportage, first registered on 1 September 2009.

Is FY59 HCV safe to buy?

The MOT history for FY59 HCV shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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