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FD59 PZJ

2009 Kia Sorento

Black Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Dec 2023
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

96,290 mi
Last recorded96,290 miles
Recorded on28 Dec 2022
Typical for 2009 Kia Sorento72,517 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFD59 PZJ
MakeKia
ModelSorento
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Dec 2022 96,290 miles

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

Pass 21 Dec 2021 88,953 miles

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Fail 21 Dec 2021 88,953 miles

Rear Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 22 Dec 2020 81,686 miles
Fail 18 Dec 2020 81,685 miles

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 20 Dec 2019 74,606 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.4 mm (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 11 Dec 2018 64,672 miles

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

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

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

Pass 13 Dec 2017 55,540 miles
Fail 13 Dec 2017 55,540 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 14 Dec 2016 46,060 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2015 37,782 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2014 31,084 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2013 26,637 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2012 21,444 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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FD59 PZJ is a 2009 Kia Sorento in Black with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 FD59 PZJ, 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.

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What year was FD59 PZJ registered?

FD59 PZJ is a 2009 Kia Sorento, first registered on 30 December 2009.

Is FD59 PZJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for FD59 PZJ shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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