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LC59 TVJ

2009 Kia Sportage

Silver Diesel 1991cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Oct 2026
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

141,024 mi
Last recorded141,024 miles
Recorded on20 Oct 2025
Typical for 2009 Kia Sportage70,126 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLC59 TVJ
MakeKia
ModelSportage
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,991cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Oct 2025 141,024 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2024 135,857 miles

Steering rack leaking

Pass 20 Oct 2023 125,693 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2022 116,501 miles

Exhaust corroded middle & back section

Pass 26 Oct 2021 108,154 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2020 103,412 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2019 98,894 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Oct 2018 89,571 miles
Fail 16 Oct 2018 89,571 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 16 Oct 2017 79,581 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2016 66,796 miles

Both front brake discs lipped

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

Pass 13 Oct 2015 56,798 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2014 48,357 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2013 39,827 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2012 31,592 miles
Fail 22 Oct 2012 31,592 miles

Offside Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

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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LC59 TVJ is a 2009 Kia Sportage in Silver with a 1,991cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 LC59 TVJ, 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 LC59 TVJ registered?

LC59 TVJ is a 2009 Kia Sportage, first registered on 30 November 2009.

Is LC59 TVJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for LC59 TVJ shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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