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AO59 DZP

2009 Kia Sorento

Red Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 May 2027
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

100,414 mi
Last recorded100,414 miles
Recorded on11 May 2026
Typical for 2009 Kia Sorento72,517 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO59 DZP
MakeKia
ModelSorento
Year2009
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 May 2026 100,414 miles

Coil spring corroded all springs corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

underbody corroded

Fail 5 May 2026 100,412 miles

Nearside Rear Fuel hose leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Coil spring corroded all springs corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

underbody corroded

Pass 6 May 2025 99,289 miles

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

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 17 May 2024 98,355 miles

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

UNDERBODY CORRORSION INCLUDING SUSPENSION COMPONENTS

Pass 4 May 2023 97,223 miles

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material BOTH FRONT (1.1.11 (c))

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

UNDERSIDE CORROSION

Pass 13 May 2022 95,951 miles

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

Pass 6 May 2021 94,601 miles

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

Pass 1 Jun 2020 93,369 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2019 90,881 miles
Pass 21 May 2018 87,856 miles

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

Pass 20 May 2017 84,404 miles
Pass 23 May 2016 80,948 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2015 78,092 miles
Pass 20 May 2014 74,992 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2013 71,430 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2012 61,964 miles

Brake pads all round getting low

Handbrake travel high

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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AO59 DZP is a 2009 Kia Sorento in Red 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 AO59 DZP, 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

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What year was AO59 DZP registered?

AO59 DZP is a 2009 Kia Sorento, first registered on 30 September 2009.

Is AO59 DZP safe to buy?

The MOT history for AO59 DZP 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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