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GN09 VFA

2009 Kia Sportage

Black Diesel 1991cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 May 2024
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

151,463 mi
Last recorded151,463 miles
Recorded on11 May 2023
Typical for 2009 Kia Sportage70,126 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGN09 VFA
MakeKia
ModelSportage
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,991cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 May 2023 151,463 miles

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

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Brake slightly lagging

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing + deep cuts (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 3 May 2022 141,600 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 3 May 2022 141,600 miles

Rear Exhaust particulate filter obviously defective Pipe/connector broken (8.2.2.1 (a))

Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases DPF pipe broken off (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Feb 2021 124,116 miles

Emission limits tested but DSM unable to register reading

Underside dirty/muddy. Limited vision to fully inspect brake pipes/coil spring etc

Fail 2 Feb 2021 124,107 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Rear Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Emission limits tested but DSM unable to register reading

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

Underside dirty/muddy. Limited vision to fully inspect brake pipes/coil spring etc

Pass 17 Feb 2020 108,902 miles

Nearside Front Front lower arm bush starting to perish

Pass 18 May 2019 107,661 miles

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

Pass 12 May 2018 104,937 miles

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

Fail 12 May 2018 104,937 miles

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

Pass 12 May 2017 101,767 miles
Pass 9 May 2016 89,986 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin front and rear (3.5.1g)

Fail 9 May 2016 89,986 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin front and rear (3.5.1g)

Headlamp aim too high both (1.8)

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

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 6 May 2015 72,489 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2014 50,259 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2013 30,316 miles

Nail in nearside front tyre

Pass 25 Apr 2012 24,738 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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GN09 VFA 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 75%.

Across all 2009 Kia Sportage models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.0% with a typical mileage of 70,126 miles. This vehicle is performing in line with others of the same 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 GN09 VFA, 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 GN09 VFA registered?

GN09 VFA is a 2009 Kia Sportage, first registered on 15 May 2009.

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