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AF59 YMJ

2009 Kia Sorento

Black Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jun 2021
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

119,311 mi
Last recorded119,311 miles
Recorded on4 Jun 2020
Typical for 2009 Kia Sorento72,517 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF59 YMJ
MakeKia
ModelSorento
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Jun 2020 119,311 miles

Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 25 Sep 2019 114,834 miles

Engine cover & under trays fitted

Fail 25 Sep 2019 114,834 miles

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

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

Engine cover & under trays fitted

Pass 8 Aug 2018 98,263 miles

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

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

Spare tyre defective deflated ()

Fail 8 Aug 2018 98,263 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

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

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

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

Spare tyre defective deflated ()

Pass 18 Aug 2017 77,323 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2016 58,926 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit on 3mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded Axle (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit on 2mm (4.1.E.1)

Oil leak ()

Pass 20 Aug 2015 41,740 miles

Nearside Front Oil leak

Pass 22 Aug 2014 29,925 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2013 24,369 miles

Oil leak

Pass 17 Aug 2012 18,785 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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AF59 YMJ is a 2009 Kia Sorento in Black with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 AF59 YMJ, 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 AF59 YMJ registered?

AF59 YMJ is a 2009 Kia Sorento, first registered on 2 September 2009.

Is AF59 YMJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF59 YMJ shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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