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AV12 LVZ

2012 Kia Sorento

Black Diesel 2199cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 May 2018
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

84,248 mi
Last recorded84,248 miles
Recorded on1 Jun 2017
Typical for 2012 Kia Sorento73,364 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV12 LVZ
MakeKia
ModelSorento
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,199cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Jun 2017 84,248 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 1 Jun 2017 84,248 miles

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

Offside Rear Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Pass 5 Mar 2016 62,259 miles
Fail 4 Mar 2015 45,552 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Offside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

both rear tyres perished and cracked

Pass 4 Mar 2015 45,552 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

both rear tyres perished and cracked

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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AV12 LVZ is a 2012 Kia Sorento in Black with a 2,199cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 AV12 LVZ, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AV12 LVZ registered?

AV12 LVZ is a 2012 Kia Sorento, first registered on 30 March 2012.

Is AV12 LVZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for AV12 LVZ shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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