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HD09 CJY

2009 Kia Sorento

Blue Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jul 2026
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

47,062 mi
Last recorded47,062 miles
Recorded on29 Jul 2025
Typical for 2009 Kia Sorento72,517 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHD09 CJY
MakeKia
ModelSorento
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Jul 2025 47,062 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2024 45,101 miles

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

Pass 19 Jul 2023 41,550 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Pass 26 Jul 2022 39,955 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2021 39,030 miles

all underside slightly corroded covered in oil

tow bar slightly corroded

Pass 29 Jul 2020 38,036 miles

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

undersid rusty

Pass 30 Jul 2019 36,856 miles

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

Pass 26 Jul 2018 34,162 miles

Warning light on when braking / servo pressure switch

Pass 26 Jul 2017 29,685 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin both nearside and offside rear (3.5.1g)

general surface corrosion on chassis and suspension components

handbrake compensator sticking slightly

unable to carry out full inspection of boot area as animal cage present in rear of vehicle

unable to check centre seat belt as animal cage fitted in rear of vehicle

Pass 22 Jul 2016 25,408 miles

Unable to test centre rear seat belt operation

Fail 22 Jul 2016 25,408 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Unable to test centre rear seat belt operation

Pass 21 Jul 2015 21,552 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2014 19,449 miles

dog cage in boot unable to check boot space/floor

Pass 31 Jul 2013 16,773 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2012 13,961 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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HD09 CJY is a 2009 Kia Sorento in Blue with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 HD09 CJY, 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 HD09 CJY registered?

HD09 CJY is a 2009 Kia Sorento, first registered on 31 July 2009.

Is HD09 CJY safe to buy?

The MOT history for HD09 CJY shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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