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GJ59 TLK

2009 Kia Sportage

Black Diesel 1991cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Feb 2019
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

77,680 mi
Last recorded77,680 miles
Recorded on7 Feb 2018
Typical for 2009 Kia Sportage70,126 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGJ59 TLK
MakeKia
ModelSportage
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,991cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Feb 2018 77,680 miles
Pass 8 May 2017 73,983 miles
Pass 5 May 2016 67,049 miles
Fail 5 May 2016 67,049 miles

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

Fail 6 May 2015 59,333 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 6 May 2015 59,333 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 13 May 2014 53,532 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2013 44,832 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2012 29,086 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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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GJ59 TLK is a 2009 Kia Sportage in Black with a 1,991cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 GJ59 TLK, 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 GJ59 TLK registered?

GJ59 TLK is a 2009 Kia Sportage, first registered on 16 September 2009.

Is GJ59 TLK safe to buy?

The MOT history for GJ59 TLK shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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