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FY59 UHC

2009 Kia Sorento

Silver Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Jan 2027
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

99,299 mi
Last recorded99,299 miles
Recorded on9 Jan 2026
Typical for 2009 Kia Sorento72,517 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY59 UHC
MakeKia
ModelSorento
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Jan 2026 99,299 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both on edges (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both low (5.2.3 (e))

general under body corrosion

Fail 9 Jan 2026 99,299 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both on edges (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both low (5.2.3 (e))

general under body corrosion

Pass 11 Oct 2024 79,573 miles
Fail 11 Oct 2024 79,573 miles

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 5 Oct 2023 77,647 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2022 75,655 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2021 73,707 miles

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

Pass 9 Oct 2020 72,183 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2019 70,360 miles
Fail 1 Oct 2019 70,360 miles

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Pass 19 Oct 2018 67,540 miles

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

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

Fail 19 Oct 2018 67,538 miles

Offside Front Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 28 Sep 2017 50,330 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2016 33,450 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2015 29,925 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge (4.1.E.1)

Pass 26 Sep 2014 25,781 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2013 21,589 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2012 18,145 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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FY59 UHC is a 2009 Kia Sorento in Silver with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 FY59 UHC, 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 FY59 UHC?

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What year was FY59 UHC registered?

FY59 UHC is a 2009 Kia Sorento, first registered on 7 October 2009.

Is FY59 UHC safe to buy?

The MOT history for FY59 UHC shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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