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FH09 BZW

2009 Kia Sorento

Black Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Nov 2026
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

74,354 mi
Last recorded74,354 miles
Recorded on18 Nov 2025
Typical for 2009 Kia Sorento72,517 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFH09 BZW
MakeKia
ModelSorento
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 18 Nov 2025 74,354 miles

corrosion visible on some suspension components.

Pass 20 Nov 2024 70,322 miles

Nearside Rear bump stop deteriorated

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened trailing arm (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened trailing arm (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear bump stop deteriorated

Rear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened panard rod (5.3.3 (b) (i))

slight oil leak from engine

Fail 13 Nov 2024 70,309 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened trailing arm (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear bump stop deteriorated

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened trailing arm (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear bump stop deteriorated

Rear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened panard rod (5.3.3 (b) (i))

slight oil leak from engine

Pass 14 Nov 2023 68,093 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

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

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear bump stops deteriorated

Pass 14 Nov 2022 67,223 miles

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

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

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

Pass 3 Nov 2021 65,641 miles
Fail 3 Nov 2021 65,641 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 5 Nov 2020 64,485 miles
Pass 14 May 2019 59,008 miles
Fail 14 May 2019 59,001 miles

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

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Rear Brake pivot has restricted free movement (1.1.15 (e))

Pass 14 May 2018 52,837 miles
Fail 14 May 2018 52,837 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 19 May 2017 47,944 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2016 44,810 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2015 39,214 miles

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

Pass 16 Jul 2014 33,641 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2014 33,641 miles

Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 22 Jul 2013 27,621 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2012 21,022 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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FH09 BZW is a 2009 Kia Sorento in Black with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 FH09 BZW, 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 FH09 BZW registered?

FH09 BZW is a 2009 Kia Sorento, first registered on 25 July 2009.

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