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FL59 KAO

2009 Kia Sorento

Blue Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Dec 2020
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

85,382 mi
Last recorded85,382 miles
Recorded on23 Dec 2019
Typical for 2009 Kia Sorento72,517 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFL59 KAO
MakeKia
ModelSorento
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Dec 2019 85,382 miles

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

engine covers and undertray fitted

Fail 23 Dec 2019 85,382 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

engine covers and undertray fitted

Pass 4 Dec 2018 74,370 miles

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

engine covers and undertray fitted

Pass 28 Nov 2017 69,466 miles

Oil leak ()

engine covers and undertray fitted

Fail 28 Nov 2017 69,466 miles

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

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Oil leak ()

engine covers and undertray fitted

Pass 30 Nov 2016 63,390 miles

Oil leak ()

Pass 25 Sep 2015 56,120 miles

Engine cover fitted

slight oil leaks

Fail 25 Sep 2015 56,120 miles

Nearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Engine cover fitted

slight oil leaks

Pass 2 Oct 2014 43,349 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

slight oil leak

Fail 2 Oct 2014 43,349 miles

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

slight oil leak

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Pass 2 Oct 2013 30,828 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2012 20,871 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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FL59 KAO is a 2009 Kia Sorento in Blue with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 FL59 KAO, 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 FL59 KAO registered?

FL59 KAO is a 2009 Kia Sorento, first registered on 30 September 2009.

Is FL59 KAO safe to buy?

The MOT history for FL59 KAO shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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