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DY59 XEX

2009 Kia Sorento

Blue Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Apr 2026
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

109,365 mi
Last recorded109,365 miles
Recorded on26 Apr 2025
Typical for 2009 Kia Sorento72,517 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDY59 XEX
MakeKia
ModelSorento
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Apr 2025 109,365 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 30 Jan 2023 103,449 miles

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

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

Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both control arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 5 Feb 2022 94,512 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2021 87,195 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2020 82,661 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2019 75,420 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2018 74,062 miles

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

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush is starting to Perish (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Aug 2017 67,121 miles

Nearside Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules front and offside front (3.6.B.4e)

Pass 16 Aug 2016 52,209 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2015 45,847 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2014 41,512 miles

exhaust rubber mounting deteriorated

Fail 26 Aug 2014 41,512 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

exhaust rubber mounting deteriorated

Pass 18 Sep 2013 33,612 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 18 Sep 2012 24,296 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

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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DY59 XEX is a 2009 Kia Sorento in Blue with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 DY59 XEX, 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 DY59 XEX registered?

DY59 XEX is a 2009 Kia Sorento, first registered on 2 October 2009.

Is DY59 XEX safe to buy?

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