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FX09 YUB

2009 Kia Sorento

Red Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 May 2027
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

93,075 mi
Last recorded93,075 miles
Recorded on9 May 2026
Typical for 2009 Kia Sorento72,517 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFX09 YUB
MakeKia
ModelSorento
Year2009
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 May 2026 93,075 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber corroded

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

Offside Rear Inner sill corroded

Rear Axel corroded

Pass 27 Mar 2025 89,229 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material offside front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

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

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

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

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

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

Fail 27 Mar 2025 89,229 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material offside front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

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

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 6 Apr 2018 70,564 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2017 66,890 miles

Front & rear brake pad wear.

Pass 12 Feb 2016 58,912 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2015 51,649 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2014 44,285 miles

Engine oil leak.

N/s front tyre - wear inner edge.

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

Rear pad wear.

Pass 7 Feb 2013 35,905 miles

O/s front tyre - nail in tread.

Pass 23 Feb 2012 27,046 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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FX09 YUB is a 2009 Kia Sorento in Red with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 FX09 YUB, 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 FX09 YUB registered?

FX09 YUB is a 2009 Kia Sorento, first registered on 16 March 2009.

Is FX09 YUB safe to buy?

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