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AL12 DJG

2012 Kia Sorento

White Diesel 2199cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Mar 2027
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

160,552 mi
Last recorded160,552 miles
Recorded on19 Feb 2026
Typical for 2012 Kia Sorento73,364 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAL12 DJG
MakeKia
ModelSorento
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,199cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 19 Feb 2026 160,552 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2025 150,170 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2024 137,082 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2023 127,481 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all rear arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Undertrays obscuring some components

Fail 7 Mar 2023 127,481 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Seat belt buckle not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (d))

Offside Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all rear arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Undertrays obscuring some components

Pass 8 Mar 2022 120,609 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Fail 7 Mar 2022 120,606 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Pass 4 Mar 2021 113,481 miles
Fail 24 Feb 2021 113,481 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid level significantly below minimum level (1.1.10 (d) (ii))

Brake pedal has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Brake pipe excessively corroded Front to nearside rear (1.1.11 (c))

Brake pipe excessively corroded Front to offside rear (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded part of hose (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded part of hose (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system Front to offside rear (1.1.11 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))

Pass 27 Feb 2020 107,304 miles
Fail 25 Feb 2020 107,304 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Feb 2019 93,702 miles

Spare tyre defective ()

Fail 22 Feb 2019 93,702 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Spare tyre defective ()

Pass 23 Feb 2018 81,042 miles

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

Spare tyre defective ()

Fail 23 Feb 2018 81,042 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Spare tyre defective ()

Pass 17 Feb 2017 66,367 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2016 50,120 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2015 35,334 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

windscreen washer bottle cap missing

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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AL12 DJG is a 2012 Kia Sorento in White with a 2,199cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2012 Kia Sorento models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.6% with a typical mileage of 73,364 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 AL12 DJG, 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 14 years old, this Kia Sorento is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was AL12 DJG registered?

AL12 DJG is a 2012 Kia Sorento, first registered on 29 April 2012.

Is AL12 DJG safe to buy?

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