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GL09 KAU

2009 Kia Sorento

Silver Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jan 2021
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

32,767 mi
Last recorded32,767 miles
Recorded on4 Jul 2019
Typical for 2009 Kia Sorento72,517 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL09 KAU
MakeKia
ModelSorento
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Jul 2019 32,767 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2018 31,484 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2017 30,087 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2016 28,117 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2015 25,562 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2014 23,300 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2013 20,796 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2012 16,913 miles

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

Fail 16 Jun 2012 16,913 miles

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' (8.3.1b)

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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GL09 KAU is a 2009 Kia Sorento in Silver with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 GL09 KAU, 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 GL09 KAU?

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What year was GL09 KAU registered?

GL09 KAU is a 2009 Kia Sorento, first registered on 16 July 2009.

Is GL09 KAU safe to buy?

The MOT history for GL09 KAU shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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