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KT59 UVC

2009 Kia Sorento

Black Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 May 2018
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

116,463 mi
Last recorded116,463 miles
Recorded on22 May 2017
Typical for 2009 Kia Sorento72,517 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKT59 UVC
MakeKia
ModelSorento
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 May 2017 116,463 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit AND N/S AND O/S REAR WORN TO MINIMUM (4.1.E.1)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Fail 22 May 2017 116,463 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit AND N/S AND O/S REAR WORN TO MINIMUM (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 26 Apr 2016 104,282 miles

Nearside Rear tyre on 3mm 1.6 min

Offside Front tyre worn on inner edge

Offside Rear tyre on 3mm 1.6 min

sill covers fiited

Fail 26 Apr 2016 104,282 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Rear tyre on 3mm 1.6 min

Offside Front tyre worn on inner edge

Offside Rear tyre on 3mm 1.6 min

sill covers fiited

Pass 27 Mar 2015 76,124 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Oil leak

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 27 Mar 2015 76,113 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Oil leak

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 20 Jul 2013 51,590 miles

Oil leak

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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KT59 UVC is a 2009 Kia Sorento in Black with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 KT59 UVC, 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 KT59 UVC?

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What year was KT59 UVC registered?

KT59 UVC is a 2009 Kia Sorento, first registered on 5 November 2009.

Is KT59 UVC safe to buy?

The MOT history for KT59 UVC shows 7 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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