2009 KIA Sedona 2.2L Diesel · FP59 EOU
2009 KIA Sedona (2.2L, diesel). First registered 01 Dec 2009. Recorded mileage 36,309 miles. MOT valid until 12 Nov 2026. Taxed until 01 Jan 2027.
- Make & Model
- KIA SEDONA
- Year / Origin
- 2009 · Nottingham
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 12 Nov 2026
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Jan 2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 36,309 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.2L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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FP59 EOU Key Findings
- 16 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 13/11/2025
- 36,309 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (10 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
FP59 EOU MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
16 MOT tests are recorded for this 2009 Kia Sedona (FP59 EOU) between November 2012 and November 2025.
The record contains 14 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 13 November 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (10 issues), Suspension (3 issues), Tyres (2 issues), Windscreen (1 issue), Lighting (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 19 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Recorded failure items include: “Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)”; “Nearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)”.
FP59 EOU Mileage History
- 27/11/20128,728 mi
- 07/11/20139,195 mi+467 mi
- 12/11/20149,756 mi+561 mi
- 04/11/201510,129 mi+373 mi
- 07/09/201610,622 mi+493 mi
- 02/09/201720,368 mi+9,746 mi
- 07/09/201720,368 mi
- 08/08/201826,817 mi+6,449 mi
- 19/12/201931,210 mi+4,393 mi
- 08/12/202032,126 mi+916 mi
- 23/11/202133,028 mi+902 mi
- 12/12/202234,008 mi+980 mi
- 21/11/202334,643 mi+635 mi
- 21/11/202334,643 mi
- 28/11/202435,319 mi+676 mi
- 13/11/202536,309 mi+990 mi
Average of roughly 2,128 miles per year across 16 recorded odometer readings.
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Known faults for Kia Sedona
Our database tracks 2 specific mechanical faults and recurring failure patterns identified across UK MOT testing stations for this generation.
MOT Roadworthiness: Good
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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Common Problems: KIA SEDONA
Known issues reported by owners and MOT testers.
- Rear Auxiliary Heater Underbody Pipe Corrosion and Coolant Loss(Serious)
The Sedona features a dedicated rear passenger heater matrix supplied by metal coolant lines routed along the underside of the vehicle chassis. Exposed directly to road salt, grit spray, and damp UK winter conditions, these steel pipes corrode and eventually develop pinhole perforations. Coolant leaks out rapidly beneath the car, leading to sudden engine overheating and potential cylinder head gasket failure if the driver fails to notice the dropping coolant gauge. Replacing the metal lines with upgraded rubber hoses or aluminium lines is a well-known specialist fix.
- Electric Power Sliding Door Cable and Actuator Failure(Moderate)
Higher-specification second-generation Sedonas (such as the TS and 3 trim grades) feature electrically operated power-sliding rear side doors. The drive mechanisms rely on steel tension cables, plastic pulleys, and microswitch sensors located within the rear quarter panels and sill runners. With age, road grit accumulates in the lower floor tracks, door seals stick, and the steel drive cables fray or snap. When this occurs, the electric motor jams, leaving the door unable to open or latch shut automatically, necessitating manual override or expensive cable kit renewal.
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- Rear Auxiliary Heater Underbody Pipe Corrosion and Coolant LossSerious
The Sedona features a dedicated rear passenger heater matrix supplied by metal coolant lines routed along the underside of the vehicle chassis. Exposed directly to road salt, grit spray, and damp UK winter conditions, these steel pipes corrode and eventually develop pinhole perforations. Coolant leaks out rapidly beneath the car, leading to sudden engine overheating and potential cylinder head gasket failure if the driver fails to notice the dropping coolant gauge. Replacing the metal lines with upgraded rubber hoses or aluminium lines is a well-known specialist fix.
- Electric Power Sliding Door Cable and Actuator FailureModerate
Higher-specification second-generation Sedonas (such as the TS and 3 trim grades) feature electrically operated power-sliding rear side doors. The drive mechanisms rely on steel tension cables, plastic pulleys, and microswitch sensors located within the rear quarter panels and sill runners. With age, road grit accumulates in the lower floor tracks, door seals stick, and the steel drive cables fray or snap. When this occurs, the electric motor jams, leaving the door unable to open or latch shut automatically, necessitating manual override or expensive cable kit renewal.
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