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LC59 UBW

2009 Kia Sportage

Blue Diesel 1991cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Aug 2025
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

108,636 mi
Last recorded108,636 miles
Recorded on29 Jul 2024
Typical for 2009 Kia Sportage70,126 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Jul 2024 108,636 miles

Offside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced centre chassis (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 8 Aug 2023 104,536 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

Pass 19 Aug 2022 100,503 miles

Nearside Front Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 9 Aug 2022 100,477 miles

Central Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases from CAT/DPF filter (6.1.2 (a))

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

Nearside Front Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 5 Aug 2021 96,536 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2020 93,647 miles

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

slight blow to center exhaust around emissions pipe

Pass 10 May 2019 88,630 miles
Fail 10 May 2019 88,630 miles

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

Pass 9 May 2018 83,374 miles
Pass 4 May 2017 76,637 miles
Pass 11 May 2016 66,720 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Fail 19 May 2015 53,897 miles

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Pass 19 May 2015 53,897 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2014 50,006 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2013 40,158 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Nov 2012 29,346 miles

Offside Front 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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LC59 UBW 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 LC59 UBW, 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 UBW registered?

LC59 UBW is a 2009 Kia Sportage, first registered on 26 November 2009.

Is LC59 UBW safe to buy?

The MOT history for LC59 UBW 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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