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SA59 TWU

2009 Kia Sportage

Blue Diesel 1991cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jun 2023
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

84,966 mi
Last recorded84,966 miles
Recorded on31 May 2022
Typical for 2009 Kia Sportage70,126 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSA59 TWU
MakeKia
ModelSportage
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,991cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 May 2022 84,966 miles

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

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 2 Jun 2021 74,027 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2020 66,240 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing bush soft (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm soft (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Feb 2019 63,201 miles

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

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both forward (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

pitting rear discs

Pass 1 Mar 2018 59,457 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Mar 2017 55,312 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2017 55,217 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2016 51,543 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2015 47,861 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2015 47,861 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 23 Jul 2014 40,976 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2012 36,238 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2012 33,733 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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SA59 TWU is a 2009 Kia Sportage in Blue with a 1,991cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 SA59 TWU, 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 SA59 TWU registered?

SA59 TWU is a 2009 Kia Sportage, first registered on 19 October 2009.

Is SA59 TWU safe to buy?

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