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GD59 NEU

2009 Kia Sorento

Silver Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jun 2026
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

75,116 mi
Last recorded75,116 miles
Recorded on7 Jun 2025
Typical for 2009 Kia Sorento72,517 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGD59 NEU
MakeKia
ModelSorento
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Jun 2025 75,116 miles

Brake disc worn, but not excessively All 4 (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) Both sides ()

Pass 1 May 2024 68,662 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 20 Mar 2023 61,519 miles

Front Brake drum worn, but not excessively BOTH SIDES (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Fail 14 Mar 2023 61,514 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed default limit of 1.5m-1 (8.2.2.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Oil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all brake discs slightly pitted (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 7 Mar 2022 61,466 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2021 61,007 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2020 60,579 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2019 56,331 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2018 51,943 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2016 43,196 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2015 38,752 miles

engine cover fitted obscuring some components

Pass 17 Sep 2014 32,704 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Front Front position lamp(s) slightly discoloured (1.1.A.3e)

front & rear tyres wearing low 3-4mm

Pass 25 Sep 2013 27,317 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2012 21,071 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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GD59 NEU is a 2009 Kia Sorento in Silver with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 GD59 NEU, 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.

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What year was GD59 NEU registered?

GD59 NEU is a 2009 Kia Sorento, first registered on 29 September 2009.

Is GD59 NEU safe to buy?

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