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GL59 JPX

2009 Kia Sportage

Black Diesel 1991cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Sep 2021
Tests16 (9 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate56.3%

Mileage

116,529 mi
Last recorded116,529 miles
Recorded on30 Dec 2021
Typical for 2009 Kia Sportage70,126 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL59 JPX
MakeKia
ModelSportage
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,991cc

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MOT History

9 pass 7 fail
Fail 30 Dec 2021 116,529 miles

Emissions not tested Engine noisey (8.2.2.2 (e))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

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

Offside Rear Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 11 Sep 2020 113,651 miles
Fail 11 Sep 2020 113,651 miles

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

Pass 4 Dec 2019 112,375 miles

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 14 Dec 2018 97,780 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 14 Dec 2018 97,779 miles

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

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

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

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

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

Oil leak, but not excessive from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Nov 2017 86,763 miles
Fail 29 Nov 2017 86,763 miles

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

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

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

Pass 2 Dec 2016 73,805 miles

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

Fail 2 Dec 2016 73,805 miles

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

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 15 Dec 2015 61,160 miles
Fail 15 Dec 2015 61,160 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 5 Dec 2014 48,627 miles
Fail 5 Dec 2014 48,627 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Dec 2013 35,866 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2012 25,124 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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GL59 JPX is a 2009 Kia Sportage in Black with a 1,991cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 56.3%.

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 GL59 JPX, 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 GL59 JPX registered?

GL59 JPX is a 2009 Kia Sportage, first registered on 21 December 2009.

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