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FG09 KVM

2009 Kia Sorento

Black Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Mar 2027
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

90,996 mi
Last recorded90,996 miles
Recorded on23 Mar 2026
Typical for 2009 Kia Sorento72,517 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG09 KVM
MakeKia
ModelSorento
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Mar 2026 90,996 miles

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

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

Rear axle corroded around mounts and spring seats

Fail 21 Mar 2026 90,994 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

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

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

Rear axle corroded around mounts and spring seats

Pass 28 Mar 2025 87,494 miles

General vehicle chassis and underbody component corrosion

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

Pass 22 Mar 2024 84,106 miles

General underbody and component corrosion

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

Pass 18 Mar 2023 80,912 miles

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

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 19 Mar 2022 78,271 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2021 74,247 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2020 70,932 miles
Fail 7 Mar 2020 70,931 miles

Brake cable damaged (1.1.15 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Mar 2019 66,068 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2018 61,072 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2017 54,046 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2016 47,007 miles

nearside front tyre worn to 2mm on outer section of tread

Pass 4 Mar 2015 40,213 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2014 32,957 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2013 27,390 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2012 20,403 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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FG09 KVM is a 2009 Kia Sorento in Black 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 FG09 KVM, 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 FG09 KVM registered?

FG09 KVM is a 2009 Kia Sorento, first registered on 31 March 2009.

Is FG09 KVM safe to buy?

The MOT history for FG09 KVM 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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