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TN03 TER

2009 Kia Sportage

Black Diesel 1991cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Jan 2027
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

81,218 mi
Last recorded81,218 miles
Recorded on10 Dec 2025
Typical for 2009 Kia Sportage70,126 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTN03 TER
MakeKia
ModelSportage
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,991cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Dec 2025 81,218 miles

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Dec 2024 78,788 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2024 76,130 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2023 75,831 miles

Central Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Fail 4 Jul 2023 75,831 miles

Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (3.1 (b) (i))

Central Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 27 Jun 2022 74,510 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2021 72,935 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2020 71,426 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2020 71,426 miles

Front Prop shaft joint constant velocity boot no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))

Pass 18 Jun 2019 69,635 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2018 63,968 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2017 59,197 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2016 51,037 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2015 43,474 miles

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

Pass 3 Oct 2014 35,993 miles

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

Pass 16 Sep 2013 28,974 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2013 28,974 miles

Nearside Front Front suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 28 Sep 2012 21,467 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2012 21,467 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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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TN03 TER is a 2009 Kia Sportage in Black with a 1,991cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 TN03 TER, 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 TN03 TER registered?

TN03 TER is a 2009 Kia Sportage, first registered on 6 October 2009.

Is TN03 TER safe to buy?

The MOT history for TN03 TER shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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