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SM09 FWG

2009 Kia Sportage

Black Diesel 1991cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Apr 2023
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

148,442 mi
Last recorded148,442 miles
Recorded on10 Apr 2022
Typical for 2009 Kia Sportage70,126 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSM09 FWG
MakeKia
ModelSportage
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,991cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Apr 2022 148,442 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2022 148,205 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2019 119,829 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2018 108,066 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2016 90,455 miles

no smoke detected on test

Fail 22 Jul 2016 90,455 miles

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

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

no smoke detected on test

Pass 8 Jun 2015 79,660 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 2 Jun 2014 64,892 miles
Pass 30 May 2013 49,763 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2012 36,831 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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SM09 FWG is a 2009 Kia Sportage in Black with a 1,991cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 SM09 FWG, 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 SM09 FWG?

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What year was SM09 FWG registered?

SM09 FWG is a 2009 Kia Sportage, first registered on 12 June 2009.

Is SM09 FWG safe to buy?

The MOT history for SM09 FWG shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does SM09 FWG have outstanding finance?

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