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FH09 BZX

2009 Kia Sorento

Black Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Sep 2019
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

141,624 mi
Last recorded141,624 miles
Recorded on28 Sep 2018
Typical for 2009 Kia Sorento72,517 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Sep 2018 141,624 miles

Front Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Rear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 27 Sep 2017 131,329 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2016 119,916 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2015 107,260 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Upper Front suspension has slight movement at a suspension ball joint (2.5.A.1c)

Pass 26 Sep 2014 97,203 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2014 97,203 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 25 Sep 2013 80,112 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

some oil loss

Fail 21 Sep 2013 80,048 miles

Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

some oil loss

Pass 21 Aug 2012 59,769 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2012 59,769 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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 BZX is a 2009 Kia Sorento in Black with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 BZX, 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 BZX registered?

FH09 BZX is a 2009 Kia Sorento, first registered on 30 July 2009.

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