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GF59 SVN

2009 Kia Sorento

Blue Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Jul 2027
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

140,224 mi
Last recorded140,224 miles
Recorded on21 Jul 2026
Typical for 2009 Kia Sorento72,517 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGF59 SVN
MakeKia
ModelSorento
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Jul 2026 140,224 miles

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

Sill covers fitted

Pass 22 Jul 2025 132,603 miles

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

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

Pass 29 Jul 2024 125,629 miles

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

Parking brake lever travel high / effort low, requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair

Fail 29 Jul 2024 125,624 miles

Driver's view of the road through the swept area of the windscreen significantly affected by an obstruction (3.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

Electrical wiring insecure battery terminals (4.11 (a) (i))

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

Parking brake lever travel high / effort low, requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair

engine oil below min

Pass 4 Oct 2012 21,554 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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GF59 SVN is a 2009 Kia Sorento in Blue with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 GF59 SVN, 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 GF59 SVN registered?

GF59 SVN is a 2009 Kia Sorento, first registered on 23 October 2009.

Is GF59 SVN safe to buy?

The MOT history for GF59 SVN shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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