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LG59 FYO

2009 Kia Sportage

Black Petrol 1975cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Sep 2027
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

78,544 mi
Last recorded78,544 miles
Recorded on26 Aug 2026
Typical for 2009 Kia Sportage70,126 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLG59 FYO
MakeKia
ModelSportage
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,975cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Aug 2026 78,544 miles

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Rear differential has a slight oil leak

Pass 19 Aug 2025 74,263 miles

Front brake pads worn

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear brake back plate very corroded

Pass 12 Aug 2024 68,940 miles

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

Pass 7 Sep 2023 65,164 miles

nearside rear and centre seat belt buckles in incorrect positions but not affecting operation

Pass 2 Sep 2022 61,288 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2021 58,265 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2020 55,786 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2019 52,776 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2018 48,754 miles

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

Pass 6 Sep 2017 45,351 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 4mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 4mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 24 Aug 2016 39,044 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2016 39,044 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 10 Sep 2015 32,853 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2014 27,630 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2013 22,958 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2012 16,713 miles

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

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)

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

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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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LG59 FYO is a 2009 Kia Sportage in Black with a 1,975cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 LG59 FYO, 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 LG59 FYO registered?

LG59 FYO is a 2009 Kia Sportage, first registered on 10 September 2009.

Is LG59 FYO safe to buy?

The MOT history for LG59 FYO shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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