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LG09 TLK

2009 Kia Sportage

Blue Diesel 1991cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jun 2023
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

101,822 mi
Last recorded101,822 miles
Recorded on17 May 2022
Typical for 2009 Kia Sportage70,126 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLG09 TLK
MakeKia
ModelSportage
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,991cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 May 2022 101,822 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. 30% (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 4 Jun 2021 99,833 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2021 99,833 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 23 Jul 2020 97,356 miles

Rear exhaust flange bolts corroded

Fail 22 Jul 2020 97,345 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Rear exhaust flange bolts corroded

Rear subframe corroded paint protection needed

Pass 28 Feb 2019 91,853 miles

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 30 May 2017 83,626 miles
Pass 27 May 2016 72,905 miles
Fail 27 May 2016 72,905 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter insecure (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 29 May 2015 62,174 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

o/s/r shock slightly weak

Pass 10 Jun 2014 53,790 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 7 Jun 2013 45,304 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Tow ball/hitch not fitted at time of test

Pass 25 Jun 2012 37,358 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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LG09 TLK is a 2009 Kia Sportage in Blue with a 1,991cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 LG09 TLK, 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 LG09 TLK registered?

LG09 TLK is a 2009 Kia Sportage, first registered on 2 March 2009.

Is LG09 TLK safe to buy?

The MOT history for LG09 TLK shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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