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C4 SMK

2009 Kia Sorento

Blue Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Feb 2027
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

106,926 mi
Last recorded106,926 miles
Recorded on10 Feb 2026
Typical for 2009 Kia Sorento72,517 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC4 SMK
MakeKia
ModelSorento
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Feb 2026 106,926 miles

Front Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively prop shaft rear joint. (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

this vehicle has an engine cover.

Fail 10 Feb 2026 106,926 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))

Front Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively prop shaft rear joint. (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

this vehicle has an engine cover.

Pass 22 Feb 2025 104,253 miles

Front Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively prop shaft rear u/joint. (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

engine cover fitted.

Fail 21 Feb 2025 104,253 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively prop shaft rear u/joint. (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

engine cover fitted.

Pass 16 Feb 2024 99,842 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

engine cover fitted.

Pass 23 Feb 2023 96,150 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

engine cover fitted.

Pass 23 Feb 2022 92,000 miles

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

engine cover fitted.

Pass 27 Feb 2021 89,292 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2019 88,625 miles

Nearside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Offside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Offside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Fail 18 Nov 2019 88,625 miles

Rear Rear fog lamp not working light comes on dash but not at rear of car (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Offside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Offside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 19 Nov 2018 85,348 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2017 81,283 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2016 75,914 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2015 72,247 miles

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

Pass 10 Nov 2014 66,486 miles

offside front tyre bald on inner edge

Pass 15 Nov 2013 56,572 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2012 44,571 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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C4 SMK 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 82.4%.

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 C4 SMK, 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 C4 SMK registered?

C4 SMK is a 2009 Kia Sorento, first registered on 20 November 2009.

Is C4 SMK safe to buy?

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