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LC59 ZVK

2009 Kia Sportage

Black Petrol 1975cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jul 2019
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

69,005 mi
Last recorded69,005 miles
Recorded on26 Jul 2018
Typical for 2009 Kia Sportage70,126 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLC59 ZVK
MakeKia
ModelSportage
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,975cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Jul 2018 69,005 miles

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

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

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

Pass 13 Jul 2017 62,285 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded to flex (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear brake showing signs of binding

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

Fail 12 Jul 2017 62,284 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded to flex (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear brake showing signs of binding

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

Pass 7 Jul 2016 54,915 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inside surfaces (3.5.1i)

Fail 7 Jul 2016 54,915 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inside surfaces (3.5.1i)

Offside Front Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Fail 8 Jul 2015 46,575 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Jul 2015 46,575 miles

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

Pass 15 Jul 2014 39,261 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2013 33,406 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2012 23,534 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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LC59 ZVK is a 2009 Kia Sportage in Black with a 1,975cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 ZVK, 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 ZVK registered?

LC59 ZVK is a 2009 Kia Sportage, first registered on 9 December 2009.

Is LC59 ZVK safe to buy?

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