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SG59 VAF

2009 Kia Sportage

Silver Petrol 1975cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Mar 2019
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

66,541 mi
Last recorded66,541 miles
Recorded on16 Mar 2018
Typical for 2009 Kia Sportage70,126 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSG59 VAF
MakeKia
ModelSportage
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,975cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Mar 2018 66,541 miles
Fail 14 Mar 2018 66,540 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Steering retaining device missing (2.2.C.1g)

Pass 15 Jun 2017 61,343 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2016 55,327 miles
Pass 18 May 2015 49,535 miles

front brake discs getting worn

handbrake travel getting excessive

rear brake discs getting worn

Fail 23 Sep 2014 49,500 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 23 Sep 2014 49,500 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 7 Aug 2013 42,363 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2012 32,925 miles
Fail 28 Aug 2012 32,924 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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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SG59 VAF is a 2009 Kia Sportage in Silver with a 1,975cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 SG59 VAF, 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 SG59 VAF registered?

SG59 VAF is a 2009 Kia Sportage, first registered on 1 September 2009.

Is SG59 VAF safe to buy?

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