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LD59 FGE

2009 Kia Sorento

Blue Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Aug 2027
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

31,767 mi
Last recorded31,767 miles
Recorded on5 Aug 2026
Typical for 2009 Kia Sorento72,517 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLD59 FGE
MakeKia
ModelSorento
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Aug 2026 31,767 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Front Inner drive shaft gaiter securing clip missing

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking noted to all 4 tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 6 Aug 2025 30,623 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 6 Aug 2024 28,709 miles

Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))

Pass 8 Aug 2023 25,679 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))

Pass 27 Jul 2022 24,518 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2021 23,895 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2021 23,894 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit Plate Limit 1.04 (8.2.2.2 (a))

Pass 17 Jul 2020 22,912 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2020 22,906 miles

Trailer electrical socket (13 pin) not operating the trailer lamps as intended stop lamps (4.10 (c) (i))

Pass 24 Jul 2019 22,226 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2019 22,225 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit plate limit 1.04 (8.2.2.2 (a))

Pass 27 Jul 2018 20,761 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2017 19,492 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2016 18,048 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2015 17,091 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2014 12,786 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2013 10,101 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2012 9,255 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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LD59 FGE is a 2009 Kia Sorento in Blue with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 LD59 FGE, 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 LD59 FGE registered?

LD59 FGE is a 2009 Kia Sorento, first registered on 30 September 2009.

Is LD59 FGE safe to buy?

The MOT history for LD59 FGE shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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