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BN59 DHF

2009 Kia Sorento

Blue Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Feb 2027
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

65,270 mi
Last recorded65,270 miles
Recorded on18 Feb 2026
Typical for 2009 Kia Sorento72,517 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN59 DHF
MakeKia
ModelSorento
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Feb 2026 65,270 miles

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

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

Handbrake has travel

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Subframe/axle have corrosion

Underbody/suspension components corroded

Fail 18 Feb 2026 65,270 miles

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

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

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Handbrake has travel

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Subframe/axle have corrosion

Underbody/suspension components corroded

Pass 11 Feb 2025 65,100 miles

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

Handbrake has travel

Nearside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Subframe and axle has corrosion

Underbody/suspension components have surface corrosion

Pass 24 Jan 2024 64,965 miles

Nearside Front brake binding slightly

Nearside Rear Inner sill corroded

Pass 16 Feb 2023 63,999 miles

Offside steering arm drumstick shaft corrosion present.

Rear nearside inner sill corroded within 30cm of body mounting point

Pass 16 Feb 2022 63,629 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2021 63,011 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 11 Feb 2020 62,708 miles

Nearside Front brake binding slightly

Pass 15 Feb 2019 61,984 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2018 60,150 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 23 Feb 2017 58,616 miles
Fail 23 Feb 2017 58,616 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 16 Mar 2016 56,515 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2015 56,199 miles

Oil leak

Pass 27 Mar 2014 55,472 miles

Oil leak

Pass 15 Jul 2013 49,011 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 10 Aug 2012 35,995 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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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BN59 DHF is a 2009 Kia Sorento in Blue with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 BN59 DHF, 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 BN59 DHF registered?

BN59 DHF is a 2009 Kia Sorento, first registered on 30 September 2009.

Is BN59 DHF safe to buy?

The MOT history for BN59 DHF shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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