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GL59 VHH

2009 Kia Sportage

Silver Diesel 1991cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Jun 2027
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

131,552 mi
Last recorded131,552 miles
Recorded on3 Jun 2026
Typical for 2009 Kia Sportage70,126 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL59 VHH
MakeKia
ModelSportage
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,991cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 Jun 2026 131,552 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2025 122,031 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2024 117,721 miles
Fail 28 May 2024 117,721 miles

Nearside Power steering component leaking rack boot full of oil (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 25 May 2023 113,103 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords has damage to tread (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Fail 24 May 2023 113,103 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords has damage to tread (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 13 May 2022 106,859 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2021 102,435 miles

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

Pass 12 Jun 2020 100,009 miles
Pass 29 May 2019 97,584 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin front and rear pads (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

slight seepage on power steering rack near side

Pass 15 May 2018 90,969 miles
Fail 15 May 2018 90,969 miles

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

Pass 22 May 2017 82,551 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2016 73,314 miles

both front tyre treads are starting to wear low

Pass 27 May 2015 64,070 miles

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

Pass 2 Jun 2014 52,797 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2013 42,496 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 3 Jul 2013 42,496 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2012 36,909 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 VHH is a 2009 Kia Sportage in Silver with a 1,991cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 GL59 VHH, 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 GL59 VHH registered?

GL59 VHH is a 2009 Kia Sportage, first registered on 22 December 2009.

Is GL59 VHH safe to buy?

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