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YF59 USW

2009 Kia Sportage

Black Diesel 1991cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jul 2024
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

129,370 mi
Last recorded129,370 miles
Recorded on4 Jul 2023
Typical for 2009 Kia Sportage70,126 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYF59 USW
MakeKia
ModelSportage
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,991cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Jul 2023 129,370 miles

underseal under vehicle

Pass 18 Aug 2022 125,279 miles

Nearside Front fog light not working

Fail 17 Aug 2022 125,270 miles

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

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

Offside Front Brake pipe likely to become detached or damaged (1.1.11 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn front (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Front fog light not working

Offside Front Brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported (1.1.11 (d) (i))

Pass 11 Aug 2021 118,581 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2020 111,304 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2020 111,304 miles

All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Exhaust on a vehicle fitted with a diesel particulate filter emits visible smoke of any colour (8.2.2.2 (d))

Pass 25 Apr 2019 103,567 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2018 101,761 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2017 99,017 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2017 92,348 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2016 76,011 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

all tyre treads wearing close to wear limit

Fail 15 Jan 2016 76,011 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

all tyre treads wearing close to wear limit

Pass 10 Jan 2015 60,630 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2014 44,299 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 7 Feb 2013 28,623 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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YF59 USW is a 2009 Kia Sportage in Black with a 1,991cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 YF59 USW, 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 YF59 USW?

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What year was YF59 USW registered?

YF59 USW is a 2009 Kia Sportage, first registered on 30 December 2009.

Is YF59 USW safe to buy?

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