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LD59 NYR

2009 Kia Sorento

Black Diesel 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Oct 2022
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

102,803 mi
Last recorded102,803 miles
Recorded on28 Oct 2021
Typical for 2009 Kia Sorento72,517 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLD59 NYR
MakeKia
ModelSorento
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Oct 2021 102,803 miles

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

Fail 18 Oct 2021 102,798 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

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

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

Pass 20 Oct 2020 86,455 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2019 82,989 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade defective insecure (3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))

Offside Windscreen wiper blade defective insecure (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 17 Sep 2018 79,814 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing slight tread lift (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing slight tread lift (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))

Towball/hitch not fitted at time of test ()

Pass 27 Sep 2017 76,626 miles

Offside Rear reflector slightly deteriorated but function not impaired (1.5.1c)

Fail 27 Sep 2017 76,626 miles

Offside Rear Outer Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure sidewall (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear reflector slightly deteriorated but function not impaired (1.5.1c)

Pass 23 Sep 2016 71,569 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Rear reflector slightly deteriorated but function not impaired (1.5.1c)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

spare wheel loose but still secure at time of test.

Pass 21 Sep 2015 66,792 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2014 63,637 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2014 63,636 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)

Fail 24 Sep 2013 55,666 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 24 Sep 2013 55,666 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 24 Sep 2012 38,077 miles

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

Oil leak

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

Tow ball/hitch not fitted at time of test

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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 NYR is a 2009 Kia Sorento in Black with a 2,497cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 LD59 NYR, 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 NYR registered?

LD59 NYR is a 2009 Kia Sorento, first registered on 29 September 2009.

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