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AO62 OYU

2012 Kia Sportage

White Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jun 2024
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

117,359 mi
Last recorded117,359 miles
Recorded on8 Jun 2023
Typical for 2012 Kia Sportage68,910 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO62 OYU
MakeKia
ModelSportage
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Jun 2023 117,359 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened 's (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 1 Jun 2023 117,350 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened 's (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 17 Jun 2022 105,541 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2021 93,326 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2020 91,863 miles

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

Fail 16 Dec 2020 91,679 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint worn to the extent there is a serious risk of detachment (2.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 13 May 2019 66,914 miles

Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt both sides (2.1.3 (g) (i))

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

Pass 10 Sep 2018 61,239 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2017 50,675 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2017 50,673 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 2 Sep 2016 41,823 miles

rear wiper blade split

Pass 3 Sep 2015 34,839 miles

How Reliable is the Kia Sportage?

Based on 2,634,551 MOT tests across 296,598 vehicles.

80.4%
Pass Rate
7,022
Miles/Year
26
Year Lifespan
296,598
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 16,003
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 15,822
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 14,522
Brake pipe excessively corroded 10,705
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AO62 OYU is a 2012 Kia Sportage in White with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2012 Kia Sportage models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.9% with a typical mileage of 68,910 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 Sportage fails its MOT is brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick, accounting for 16,003 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AO62 OYU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kia Sportage typically stays on UK roads for around 26 years. At 14 years old, this Kia Sportage is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AO62 OYU registered?

AO62 OYU is a 2012 Kia Sportage, first registered on 23 October 2012.

Is AO62 OYU safe to buy?

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