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HW59 JVV

2009 Kia Sportage

Blue Diesel 1991cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Mar 2026
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

136,649 mi
Last recorded136,649 miles
Recorded on7 Mar 2025
Typical for 2009 Kia Sportage70,126 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHW59 JVV
MakeKia
ModelSportage
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,991cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Mar 2025 136,649 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement bush deteriorated (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn badly on inner and outer edges, cords almost exposed (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement bush deteriorated (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn badly on inner and outer edges, cords almost exposed (5.2.3 (e))

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Nov 2023 133,681 miles

Brake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive could also be fuel too but can not tell or see because of engine covers, advise further investigation (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Side repeater slightly discoloured both (4.4.3 (a))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front (5.2.3 (e))

exhaust system in poor condition

handbrake travel long, advise adjustment!

incorrect door mirror glass fitted to nearside

Fail 2 Nov 2023 133,681 miles

Brake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive could also be fuel too but can not tell or see because of engine covers, advise further investigation (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Side repeater slightly discoloured both (4.4.3 (a))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front (5.2.3 (e))

exhaust system in poor condition

handbrake travel long, advise adjustment!

incorrect door mirror glass fitted to nearside

Pass 17 Nov 2022 130,712 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 23 Nov 2021 126,202 miles
Fail 1 Nov 2021 126,189 miles

All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Hazard warning lamps inoperative (4.4.1 (e))

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively front and rear (1.2.1 (e))

advance travel parking brake lever, recommend attention

centre/rear exhaust flanges corroded

clutch pedal, high bite point

coolant level low

engine oil level, on MIN

exhaust emissions passed, reading too low to register on smoke meter

Pass 5 Nov 2020 120,211 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged low on 2mm (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged tyre on 2mm (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 24 Oct 2019 115,012 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2018 110,751 miles
Fail 9 Nov 2018 110,751 miles

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

Pass 31 Oct 2017 103,115 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin and discs very lipped (3.5.1g)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin very discs lipped (3.5.1g)

Pass 18 Nov 2016 83,020 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2015 64,420 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2014 49,273 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2013 39,737 miles

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

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

nearside rear tyre tread uneven on inner shoulder of tread

Pass 20 Nov 2012 29,809 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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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HW59 JVV is a 2009 Kia Sportage in Blue with a 1,991cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 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 HW59 JVV, 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 HW59 JVV registered?

HW59 JVV is a 2009 Kia Sportage, first registered on 20 November 2009.

Is HW59 JVV safe to buy?

The MOT history for HW59 JVV shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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