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FV59 CVR

2009 Kia Sorento

Blue Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Oct 2026
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

69,369 mi
Last recorded69,369 miles
Recorded on4 Oct 2025
Typical for 2009 Kia Sorento72,517 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV59 CVR
MakeKia
ModelSorento
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Oct 2025 69,369 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

handbrake lever has travel require adjustment efficiency just met

Pass 2 Oct 2024 61,069 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2023 60,137 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2022 58,908 miles

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

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

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

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

Fail 21 Oct 2022 58,908 miles

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

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

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

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

Pass 22 Oct 2021 57,718 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Oct 2020 55,993 miles

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

Pass 21 Oct 2019 53,562 miles

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

Pass 17 Oct 2018 50,355 miles

Rear slight corrosion on rear brake pipes

Pass 11 Oct 2017 47,028 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2016 43,189 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2015 39,123 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2014 33,980 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2013 27,882 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2012 20,631 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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FV59 CVR is a 2009 Kia Sorento in Blue with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 FV59 CVR, 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

How do I check the history of FV59 CVR?

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What year was FV59 CVR registered?

FV59 CVR is a 2009 Kia Sorento, first registered on 23 October 2009.

Is FV59 CVR safe to buy?

The MOT history for FV59 CVR shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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