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FX59 HXS

2009 Kia Sorento

Black Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Sep 2020
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

96,268 mi
Last recorded96,268 miles
Recorded on11 Sep 2019
Typical for 2009 Kia Sorento72,517 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFX59 HXS
MakeKia
ModelSorento
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Sep 2019 96,268 miles

Engine noisy

Fail 3 Sep 2019 96,139 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment lever comes up to stop (1.1.6 (c))

Engine noisy

Pass 5 Sep 2018 80,948 miles

Little reserve travel on parking brake

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Fail 3 Sep 2018 80,948 miles

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Little reserve travel on parking brake

Pass 22 Aug 2017 67,320 miles

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

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened discs slightly lipped (3.5.1i)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

Pass 5 Sep 2016 58,143 miles

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Pass 15 Sep 2015 45,255 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Sep 2014 35,541 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2013 24,467 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Oil leak

both front tyres cracking

both rear tyres cracking

Fail 6 Sep 2013 24,467 miles

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Oil leak

both front tyres cracking

both rear tyres cracking

Pass 22 Aug 2012 15,655 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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FX59 HXS is a 2009 Kia Sorento in Black with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 FX59 HXS, 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 FX59 HXS?

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What year was FX59 HXS registered?

FX59 HXS is a 2009 Kia Sorento, first registered on 1 September 2009.

Is FX59 HXS safe to buy?

The MOT history for FX59 HXS shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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