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LG09 TNK

2009 Kia Sportage

Silver Diesel 1991cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 May 2025
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

93,666 mi
Last recorded93,666 miles
Recorded on11 May 2024
Typical for 2009 Kia Sportage70,126 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLG09 TNK
MakeKia
ModelSportage
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,991cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 May 2024 93,666 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2024 92,251 miles

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 27 May 2023 85,756 miles
Fail 27 May 2023 85,756 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel fixing loose (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 19 May 2022 78,196 miles
Pass 20 May 2021 73,283 miles
Pass 12 May 2020 69,811 miles
Pass 7 May 2019 65,959 miles
Fail 7 May 2019 65,959 miles

Headlamp aim too high both (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 4 May 2018 60,902 miles
Fail 4 May 2018 60,902 miles

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

Pass 2 May 2017 51,973 miles
Pass 26 May 2016 44,107 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2015 40,051 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 20 Mar 2014 36,911 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2013 30,416 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2012 22,824 miles

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

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

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

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 TNK is a 2009 Kia Sportage in Silver with a 1,991cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 LG09 TNK, 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 LG09 TNK registered?

LG09 TNK is a 2009 Kia Sportage, first registered on 27 March 2009.

Is LG09 TNK safe to buy?

The MOT history for LG09 TNK shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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