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WL59 MKJ

2010 Kia Sportage

Black Diesel 1991cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jun 2021
Tests14 (8 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

110,217 mi
Last recorded110,217 miles
Recorded on29 May 2020
Typical for 2010 Kia Sportage70,328 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWL59 MKJ
MakeKia
ModelSportage
Year2010
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,991cc

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MOT History

8 pass 6 fail
Pass 29 May 2020 110,217 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Offside Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view crack (3.2 (a) (i))

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

Fail 28 May 2020 110,216 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Front Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.2.1 (b))

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade defective split on end (3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view crack (3.2 (a) (i))

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

Pass 11 Jun 2019 96,387 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2018 81,379 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

Fail 4 Apr 2018 81,326 miles

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

Nearside Front Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Central Rear bumper insecure

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

Pass 23 Mar 2017 68,772 miles

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

Power steering fluid level low, but not below minimum (2.3.1)

Pass 9 Mar 2016 57,142 miles

Nearside Rear seat has a child seat fitted stopping full check of adult seatbelt

Fail 7 Mar 2016 57,085 miles

Bonnet retaining device ineffective secondary safety catch seized (8.4.2)

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords on outer sidewall (4.1.D.1a)

Nearside Rear seat has a child seat fitted stopping full check of adult seatbelt

Pass 6 Mar 2015 46,755 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Slight oil leak from steering rack

Fail 6 Mar 2015 46,755 miles

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

Nearside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

Offside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Slight oil leak from steering rack

Pass 7 Mar 2014 37,890 miles

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

child seat fitted to nearside rear not allowing full inspection of the adult seatbelt.

rear brake imbalance high.

Fail 7 Mar 2014 37,890 miles

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

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

child seat fitted to nearside rear not allowing full inspection of the adult seatbelt.

rear brake imbalance high.

Pass 11 Feb 2013 27,708 miles

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

Fail 11 Feb 2013 27,708 miles

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (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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WL59 MKJ is a 2010 Kia Sportage in Black with a 1,991cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

Across all 2010 Kia Sportage models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.7% with a typical mileage of 70,328 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 WL59 MKJ, 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 16 years old, this Kia Sportage is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was WL59 MKJ registered?

WL59 MKJ is a 2010 Kia Sportage, first registered on 22 January 2010.

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