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YR59 VNH

2009 Kia Sportage

Silver Diesel 1991cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Nov 2026
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

74,527 mi
Last recorded74,527 miles
Recorded on24 Oct 2025
Typical for 2009 Kia Sportage70,126 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYR59 VNH
MakeKia
ModelSportage
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,991cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Oct 2025 74,527 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 22 Oct 2024 72,938 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement arm front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement arm front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Oct 2023 70,968 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement arm front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Oct 2022 67,879 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2021 62,100 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2020 57,356 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2019 53,509 miles

Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Steering lock not functioning (7.3 (a))

Pass 15 Oct 2018 49,881 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2017 44,033 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2016 38,693 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2015 33,777 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2015 33,771 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 7 Oct 2014 29,701 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2013 22,657 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2012 15,921 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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YR59 VNH is a 2009 Kia Sportage in Silver with a 1,991cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 YR59 VNH, 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.

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What year was YR59 VNH registered?

YR59 VNH is a 2009 Kia Sportage, first registered on 16 October 2009.

Is YR59 VNH safe to buy?

The MOT history for YR59 VNH shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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