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FG09 VXM

2009 Kia Sorento

Silver Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Oct 2026
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

136,507 mi
Last recorded136,507 miles
Recorded on7 Oct 2025
Typical for 2009 Kia Sorento72,517 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG09 VXM
MakeKia
ModelSorento
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Oct 2025 136,507 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2024 128,140 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2024 128,140 miles

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

Pass 4 Oct 2023 119,010 miles
Fail 4 Oct 2023 119,010 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 4 Oct 2022 109,096 miles
Fail 4 Oct 2022 109,096 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 25 Feb 2021 96,727 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2020 91,661 miles

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

Pass 28 Feb 2019 84,381 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2018 77,459 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2017 70,215 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2016 62,967 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2015 56,280 miles

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

Pass 25 Mar 2014 48,895 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2013 44,085 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2012 33,179 miles

un able to fully inspect sills due to plastic covers fitted

Pass 20 Apr 2012 26,794 miles

Front tyres worn on inner edges

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 VXM is a 2009 Kia Sorento in Silver with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 FG09 VXM, 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 FG09 VXM registered?

FG09 VXM is a 2009 Kia Sorento, first registered on 24 April 2009.

Is FG09 VXM safe to buy?

The MOT history for FG09 VXM shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does FG09 VXM have outstanding finance?

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