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WL59 KDF

2009 Kia Sportage

Silver Diesel 1991cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Dec 2026
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

55,318 mi
Last recorded55,318 miles
Recorded on12 Nov 2025
Typical for 2009 Kia Sportage70,126 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWL59 KDF
MakeKia
ModelSportage
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,991cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Nov 2025 55,318 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2024 52,787 miles

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 13 Nov 2023 50,554 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2022 48,533 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2021 46,275 miles
Fail 15 Nov 2021 46,275 miles

Offside Front Obligatory mirror missing (3.3 (a))

Pass 16 Nov 2020 43,689 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2019 41,583 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2018 38,623 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2017 34,517 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2016 31,327 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip pad deteriorated

Pass 18 Nov 2015 27,786 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2014 24,064 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2013 21,217 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2012 19,751 miles
Fail 27 Nov 2012 19,751 miles

Centre Rear Seat belt has a cut which has significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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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WL59 KDF is a 2009 Kia Sportage in Silver with a 1,991cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 WL59 KDF, 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 WL59 KDF?

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What year was WL59 KDF registered?

WL59 KDF is a 2009 Kia Sportage, first registered on 11 December 2009.

Is WL59 KDF safe to buy?

The MOT history for WL59 KDF shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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