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K16 LLE

2009 Kia Sorento

Black Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Oct 2026
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

89,839 mi
Last recorded89,839 miles
Recorded on27 Oct 2025
Typical for 2009 Kia Sorento72,517 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK16 LLE
MakeKia
ModelSorento
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Oct 2025 89,839 miles

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

Pass 15 Oct 2024 83,585 miles

Front Inner Brake disc worn, but not excessively n/s and o/s (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

General underbody corrosion

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened n/s and o/s (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 14 Oct 2024 83,585 miles

Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm n/s and o/s (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Front Inner Brake disc worn, but not excessively n/s and o/s (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

General underbody corrosion

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened n/s and o/s (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 24 Oct 2023 76,607 miles

Offside Front Inner rack end slight play

Pass 22 Oct 2022 62,281 miles

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

Pass 7 Dec 2021 60,910 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2020 51,334 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2019 46,180 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2018 42,820 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2017 377,631 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2016 32,914 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2015 29,207 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2014 24,287 miles

Offside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 10 Sep 2013 19,586 miles

Offside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 10 Sep 2012 14,285 miles

Offside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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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K16 LLE is a 2009 Kia Sorento in Black 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 K16 LLE, 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 K16 LLE?

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What year was K16 LLE registered?

K16 LLE is a 2009 Kia Sorento, first registered on 8 October 2009.

Is K16 LLE safe to buy?

The MOT history for K16 LLE 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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