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PK59 NJU

2009 Kia Sportage

Black Diesel 1991cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Oct 2026
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

96,357 mi
Last recorded96,357 miles
Recorded on28 Oct 2025
Typical for 2009 Kia Sportage70,126 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPK59 NJU
MakeKia
ModelSportage
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,991cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Oct 2025 96,357 miles

all tyres on limit-nsf inner cv boot perished-front brake discs wearing thin-rear anti roll bar links and d bushes slight play-rear brake discs and pads wearing low-

clutch slipping-

osf balljoint slight play-nsf and osf wishbone rear bushes perished slightly-front registration plate slightly deteriorated-both rear wheel bearings slight play-

Pass 12 Sep 2024 84,140 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi (6.1.2 (a))

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

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

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

Pass 17 Aug 2023 72,759 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Aug 2022 62,455 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 17 Aug 2021 55,663 miles

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 14 Aug 2020 53,300 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 16 Aug 2019 50,932 miles

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 15 Aug 2018 49,831 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2017 47,280 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2016 43,868 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2015 38,665 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2014 37,053 miles
Fail 30 Oct 2014 37,051 miles

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 21 Oct 2013 31,867 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2012 26,650 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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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PK59 NJU is a 2009 Kia Sportage in Black with a 1,991cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 PK59 NJU, 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 PK59 NJU registered?

PK59 NJU is a 2009 Kia Sportage, first registered on 30 October 2009.

Is PK59 NJU safe to buy?

The MOT history for PK59 NJU shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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