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LM09 MBX

2009 Kia Sportage

Silver Diesel 1991cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Apr 2027
Tests15 (15 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

44,133 mi
Last recorded44,133 miles
Recorded on14 Apr 2026
Typical for 2009 Kia Sportage70,126 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLM09 MBX
MakeKia
ModelSportage
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,991cc

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MOT History

15 pass
Pass 14 Apr 2026 44,133 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2025 43,012 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2024 41,571 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2023 40,216 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2022 39,261 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2021 37,991 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2020 36,775 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2019 33,601 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2018 30,774 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2017 26,949 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2016 23,786 miles

Nearside Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component steering rack (2.3.3b)

Pass 21 Apr 2015 20,812 miles

Nearside Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)

Pass 22 Apr 2014 17,283 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2013 13,905 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2012 10,249 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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LM09 MBX is a 2009 Kia Sportage in Silver with a 1,991cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 LM09 MBX, 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 LM09 MBX?

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What year was LM09 MBX registered?

LM09 MBX is a 2009 Kia Sportage, first registered on 23 May 2009.

Is LM09 MBX safe to buy?

The MOT history for LM09 MBX shows 15 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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