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BN59 TUV

2009 Kia Sorento

Silver Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 May 2025
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

92,961 mi
Last recorded92,961 miles
Recorded on18 May 2024
Typical for 2009 Kia Sorento72,517 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN59 TUV
MakeKia
ModelSorento
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 May 2024 92,961 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear diff leaking

Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Front and Rear (5.3.6 (a) (i))

vehicle has been under sealed

Fail 17 May 2024 92,961 miles

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Front drive shaft leaking

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear diff leaking

Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Front and Rear (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Oct 2023 81,927 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2022 80,418 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2021 78,404 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2020 76,661 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2019 74,735 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2018 72,777 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2017 70,973 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2016 68,408 miles
Fail 21 Oct 2016 68,408 miles

Nearside Front Inner Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 7 Oct 2015 65,053 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Fail 7 Oct 2015 65,053 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 22 Jan 2015 57,751 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2014 45,752 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 18 Sep 2012 29,879 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

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 TUV is a 2009 Kia Sorento in Silver with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 BN59 TUV, 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 BN59 TUV?

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What year was BN59 TUV registered?

BN59 TUV is a 2009 Kia Sorento, first registered on 12 September 2009.

Is BN59 TUV safe to buy?

The MOT history for BN59 TUV shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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