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SM59 CLY

2009 Kia Sportage

Black Petrol 1975cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Nov 2025
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

92,311 mi
Last recorded92,311 miles
Recorded on21 Nov 2024
Typical for 2009 Kia Sportage70,126 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSM59 CLY
MakeKia
ModelSportage
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,975cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Nov 2024 92,311 miles

under vehicle under sealed

Pass 3 Nov 2023 87,498 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Oct 2022 82,365 miles

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

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

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

Pass 22 Oct 2021 75,524 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2020 69,959 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2019 62,108 miles
Fail 29 Oct 2019 62,108 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 18 Oct 2018 53,869 miles

rear discs pitted

Pass 30 Oct 2017 49,919 miles

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

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

Fail 30 Oct 2017 49,917 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases flex joint (7.1.2)

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

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

Pass 11 Oct 2016 45,680 miles

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

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

Pass 30 Oct 2015 42,224 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2014 37,540 miles

both front brake discs slightly corroded on inner surface

Fail 30 Oct 2014 37,530 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

both front brake discs slightly corroded on inner surface

Pass 2 Nov 2013 32,389 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2012 28,378 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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SM59 CLY is a 2009 Kia Sportage in Black with a 1,975cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 SM59 CLY, 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 SM59 CLY registered?

SM59 CLY is a 2009 Kia Sportage, first registered on 30 October 2009.

Is SM59 CLY safe to buy?

The MOT history for SM59 CLY shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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