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GF59 KZU

2009 Kia Sportage

Black Diesel 1991cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Feb 2025
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

139,962 mi
Last recorded139,962 miles
Recorded on6 Feb 2024
Typical for 2009 Kia Sportage70,126 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGF59 KZU
MakeKia
ModelSportage
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,991cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Feb 2024 139,962 miles
Fail 6 Feb 2024 139,962 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Pass 3 Jan 2023 134,858 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2021 121,892 miles

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

Fail 27 Oct 2021 121,892 miles

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

Nearside Power steering component has slight seepage from a component steering rack (2.1.5 (a))

Nearside 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 (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 20 Oct 2020 111,004 miles

Nearside Front Power steering component has slight seepage from a component rack (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 21 Oct 2019 107,028 miles

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

Pass 22 Oct 2018 100,393 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2017 95,356 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2016 90,400 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2015 84,701 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2014 76,176 miles
Fail 31 Oct 2014 76,176 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 29 Oct 2013 64,413 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2012 50,998 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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GF59 KZU is a 2009 Kia Sportage in Black 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 GF59 KZU, 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 GF59 KZU registered?

GF59 KZU is a 2009 Kia Sportage, first registered on 31 October 2009.

Is GF59 KZU safe to buy?

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