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AO09 SMV

2009 Kia Sorento

Blue Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Jun 2027
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

40,709 mi
Last recorded40,709 miles
Recorded on19 May 2026
Typical for 2009 Kia Sorento72,517 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO09 SMV
MakeKia
ModelSorento
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 May 2026 40,709 miles
Pass 30 May 2025 39,238 miles
Pass 28 May 2024 37,490 miles
Pass 26 May 2023 35,883 miles
Pass 30 May 2022 33,911 miles
Pass 25 May 2021 31,579 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2020 29,742 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2020 29,742 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Pass 3 May 2019 27,078 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread wearing on inner edge

Pass 10 May 2018 24,496 miles
Pass 15 May 2017 22,152 miles
Pass 20 May 2016 19,863 miles
Pass 5 May 2015 17,010 miles
Pass 2 May 2014 14,637 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2013 11,973 miles
Pass 8 May 2012 9,480 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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AO09 SMV is a 2009 Kia Sorento in Blue with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 AO09 SMV, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of AO09 SMV?

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What year was AO09 SMV registered?

AO09 SMV is a 2009 Kia Sorento, first registered on 15 May 2009.

Is AO09 SMV safe to buy?

The MOT history for AO09 SMV shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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