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YD59 VCU

2009 Kia Sportage

Blue Diesel 1991cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Nov 2025
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

86,872 mi
Last recorded86,872 miles
Recorded on12 Nov 2024
Typical for 2009 Kia Sportage70,126 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYD59 VCU
MakeKia
ModelSportage
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,991cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Nov 2024 86,872 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2023 84,202 miles

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 10 Nov 2023 84,142 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Seat belt buckle missing (7.1.2 (d))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 19 Oct 2022 78,785 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2021 73,289 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 14 Oct 2020 69,723 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 15 Oct 2019 66,676 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 15 Oct 2019 66,676 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 11 Oct 2018 61,062 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2017 55,229 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2016 49,847 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2015 42,278 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2014 34,186 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2013 27,359 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Sep 2012 21,364 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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YD59 VCU is a 2009 Kia Sportage in Blue with a 1,991cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 YD59 VCU, 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 YD59 VCU registered?

YD59 VCU is a 2009 Kia Sportage, first registered on 29 September 2009.

Is YD59 VCU safe to buy?

The MOT history for YD59 VCU shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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