MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
65,123 miBelow or average mileage for this year
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Vehicle Details
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
brake pipes slight corrosion
chassis corroded
nearside front lower ball joint gaiter loose
steering box slight play detected
How Reliable is the Kia Sportage?
Based on 2,634,551 MOT tests across 296,598 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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R509 ECA is a 1998 Kia Sportage in Blue with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.
Across all 1998 Kia Sportage models, the average MOT pass rate is 63.9% with a typical mileage of 78,396 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 R509 ECA, 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 28 years old, this Kia Sportage is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I check the history of R509 ECA?
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What year was R509 ECA registered?
R509 ECA is a 1998 Kia Sportage, first registered on 20 February 1998.
Is R509 ECA safe to buy?
The MOT history for R509 ECA shows 1 test with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does R509 ECA have outstanding finance?
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