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LR59 RLZ

2009 Kia Sportage

Black Petrol 1975cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Oct 2026
Tests14 (14 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

42,317 mi
Last recorded42,317 miles
Recorded on15 Oct 2025
Typical for 2009 Kia Sportage70,126 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLR59 RLZ
MakeKia
ModelSportage
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,975cc

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MOT History

14 pass
Pass 15 Oct 2025 42,317 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2024 41,621 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2023 40,444 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2022 39,553 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2021 38,218 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2020 37,487 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2019 36,455 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2018 35,050 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2017 34,143 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2016 32,287 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2015 29,214 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2014 22,266 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2013 16,177 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Oct 2012 10,775 miles

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

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

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

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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LR59 RLZ is a 2009 Kia Sportage in Black with a 1,975cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 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 LR59 RLZ, 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 LR59 RLZ?

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What year was LR59 RLZ registered?

LR59 RLZ is a 2009 Kia Sportage, first registered on 6 October 2009.

Is LR59 RLZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for LR59 RLZ shows 14 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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