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LG59 XKU

2009 Kia Sportage

Black Petrol 1991cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jan 2022
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

81,867 mi
Last recorded81,867 miles
Recorded on13 Jan 2021
Typical for 2009 Kia Sportage70,126 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLG59 XKU
MakeKia
ModelSportage
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,991cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Jan 2021 81,867 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2020 75,215 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2019 66,263 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Jan 2018 55,400 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2017 46,438 miles

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rear brake disc pitted

Pass 25 Jan 2016 42,708 miles
Fail 25 Jan 2016 42,708 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 26 Jan 2015 36,828 miles

Handbrake travel very high

Fail 24 Jan 2015 36,808 miles

Nearside Front Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Offside Front Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Handbrake travel very high

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

Pass 3 Sep 2013 28,976 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

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

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

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

nearside front tyre slightly deteriorated

nearside rear tyre slightly deteriorated

offside front tyre slightly deteriorated

offside rear tyre slightly deteriorated

Pass 2 Aug 2012 22,591 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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LG59 XKU is a 2009 Kia Sportage in Black with a 1,991cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 XKU, 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

How do I check the history of LG59 XKU?

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What year was LG59 XKU registered?

LG59 XKU is a 2009 Kia Sportage, first registered on 1 September 2009.

Is LG59 XKU safe to buy?

The MOT history for LG59 XKU shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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