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KP59 MXU

2009 Kia Sorento

Grey Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Aug 2027
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

22,746 mi
Last recorded22,746 miles
Recorded on12 Aug 2026
Typical for 2009 Kia Sorento72,517 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKP59 MXU
MakeKia
ModelSorento
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Aug 2026 22,746 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2023 21,022 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2023 21,022 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 27 Sep 2022 19,758 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing TYRE CRACKED BETWEEN THE TREADS [ADVISE TO CHANGE] (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 17 Sep 2021 19,667 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2020 19,371 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

under body general corrosion

Pass 2 Sep 2019 19,020 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

under tray(S)fitted obscuring some under side components

Pass 24 Sep 2018 18,429 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing tyre has minor cracks (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 27 Oct 2017 16,715 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 20 Oct 2016 16,247 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 19 Oct 2016 16,224 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed 245/70/16 (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

both front & offside rear tyres cracking on outer edge

Pass 19 Oct 2015 15,095 miles

Nearside Front tyre cracking on outer edge

Offside Front tyre cracking on outer edge

Offside Rear tyre cracking on outer edge

Pass 13 Oct 2014 13,609 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

front number plate slight cracked but is still readable

offside front Pad has a crack but not dangerous

Pass 9 Oct 2013 11,395 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

handbrake travel

Pass 22 Oct 2012 8,850 miles
Fail 22 Oct 2012 8,850 miles

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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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KP59 MXU is a 2009 Kia Sorento in Grey with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 KP59 MXU, 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 KP59 MXU?

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What year was KP59 MXU registered?

KP59 MXU is a 2009 Kia Sorento, first registered on 30 October 2009.

Is KP59 MXU safe to buy?

The MOT history for KP59 MXU shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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