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LC59 TWA

2009 Kia Sportage

Blue Diesel 1991cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Sep 2026
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

85,941 mi
Last recorded85,941 miles
Recorded on18 Aug 2025
Typical for 2009 Kia Sportage70,126 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLC59 TWA
MakeKia
ModelSportage
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,991cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Aug 2025 85,941 miles

Offside Outer Power steering component has slight seepage from a component steering rack (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 30 Aug 2024 84,148 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2023 81,945 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2022 79,255 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2021 76,178 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2020 73,343 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 31 May 2019 60,804 miles

Rear Windscreen wiper blade defective split (3.4 (b) (i))

clutch peddle rubber missing

engine oil below minimum mark

Pass 21 May 2018 48,158 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge & bald on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

front wipers smearing

Pass 6 Jun 2017 36,718 miles

under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 1 Sep 2016 34,878 miles

nearside rear tyre low on inner edge

under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 1 Sep 2015 31,284 miles

n/s/r tyre stepped slightly on inner edge

park brake travel high

undertrays fitted, obscuring some underside components

Pass 26 Aug 2014 27,109 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2013 22,677 miles

front tyres wearing slightly on edges

Pass 11 Sep 2012 17,782 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2012 17,782 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated 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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LC59 TWA is a 2009 Kia Sportage in Blue with a 1,991cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 LC59 TWA, 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 LC59 TWA registered?

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

Is LC59 TWA safe to buy?

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