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BN09 EAY

2009 Kia Sorento

Blue Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Aug 2027
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

21,416 mi
Last recorded21,416 miles
Recorded on13 Aug 2026
Typical for 2009 Kia Sorento72,517 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN09 EAY
MakeKia
ModelSorento
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Aug 2026 21,416 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2025 21,000 miles
Fail 28 Aug 2025 21,000 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 28 Aug 2024 20,382 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2023 14,316 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2022 13,152 miles
Fail 25 Aug 2022 13,152 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 16 Aug 2021 11,141 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2020 9,298 miles
Pass 3 May 2019 8,534 miles
Pass 22 May 2018 7,713 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2017 6,819 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2017 6,819 miles

Offside Steering rack gaiter insecure (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 25 Apr 2016 6,046 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2015 5,295 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2014 4,477 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2013 3,735 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2012 3,002 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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BN09 EAY is a 2009 Kia Sorento in Blue with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 BN09 EAY, 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 BN09 EAY?

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What year was BN09 EAY registered?

BN09 EAY is a 2009 Kia Sorento, first registered on 9 May 2009.

Is BN09 EAY safe to buy?

The MOT history for BN09 EAY shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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