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AD59 RNX

2009 Kia Sorento

Black Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jun 2026
Tests22 (13 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate59.1%

Mileage

157,004 mi
Last recorded157,004 miles
Recorded on25 Jun 2025
Typical for 2009 Kia Sorento72,517 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAD59 RNX
MakeKia
ModelSorento
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

13 pass 9 fail
Pass 25 Jun 2025 157,004 miles

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 27 Jun 2024 146,005 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Registration plate lamp insecure (4.7.1 (c) (i))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Under vehicle and components general corrosion.

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Generally (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 20 Jun 2024 146,005 miles

Bonnet primary retaining device ineffective (3.1 (c))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

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

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Offside Track rod end ball joint worn to the extent there is a serious risk of detachment (2.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp insecure (4.7.1 (c) (i))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Under vehicle and components general corrosion.

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Generally (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 20 Jun 2023 137,513 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Under vehicle and components general corrosion.

Fail 15 Jun 2023 132,513 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

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

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

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Under vehicle and components general corrosion.

Pass 16 Jun 2022 127,168 miles

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

Fail 26 May 2022 127,153 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Prop shaft joint excessively worn front prop rear uj (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

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

Pass 29 May 2021 121,510 miles

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

Nearside Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Under vehicle general corrosion.

Pass 3 Apr 2020 117,507 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

under vehicle and brake pipes surface corrosion

Fail 3 Apr 2020 117,507 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

under vehicle and brake pipes surface corrosion

Pass 12 Feb 2019 111,709 miles
Fail 11 Feb 2019 111,693 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension component ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Mar 2018 98,068 miles
Fail 6 Mar 2018 98,068 miles

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

Nearside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Rear Registration plate lamp not working both (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 6 Mar 2017 91,384 miles
Fail 6 Mar 2017 91,384 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Registration plate lamp not working both (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 19 Jan 2016 79,923 miles
Fail 19 Jan 2016 79,923 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Fail 27 Jan 2015 69,032 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 27 Jan 2015 69,032 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2014 61,511 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2013 49,306 miles

How Reliable is the Kia Sorento?

Based on 738,544 MOT tests across 54,549 vehicles.

74.8%
Pass Rate
7,199
Miles/Year
23
Year Lifespan
54,549
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 12,793
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 12,141
position lamp(s) not working 9,455
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 8,638
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 7,977
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AD59 RNX is a 2009 Kia Sorento in Black with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 59.1%.

Across all 2009 Kia Sorento models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.2% with a typical mileage of 72,517 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 Sorento fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 12,793 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AD59 RNX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kia Sorento typically stays on UK roads for around 23 years. At 17 years old, this Kia Sorento is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was AD59 RNX registered?

AD59 RNX is a 2009 Kia Sorento, first registered on 22 December 2009.

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