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DA61 VKD

2012 Kia Sorento

Black Diesel 2199cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Feb 2024
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

106,777 mi
Last recorded106,777 miles
Recorded on20 Feb 2023
Typical for 2012 Kia Sorento73,364 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDA61 VKD
MakeKia
ModelSorento
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,199cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Feb 2023 106,777 miles

4 x 4 light on

rear axle corroded slightly

Pass 7 Feb 2022 100,733 miles

4x4 light on intermitantly

Pass 16 Feb 2021 94,024 miles

headlight leveling adjuster works intermittently

third row seats not up , belts not checked

Fail 6 Jan 2021 93,686 miles

Fuel hose leaking rubber pipe from filler neck to tank (6.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Brake caliper slides may not move ?

Coolant level very low no coolant in expansion tank cannot check level in radiator

Factory fitted covers

Headlamp electric adjuster intermittently not working

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front bush split (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Third row seats not up to check

Pass 21 Jan 2020 89,230 miles

2 rear seats (3rd row) folded down

engine bay and under covers fitted

slight play/knock o/s/f anti roll bar drop link

spare tyre worn low on inner edge

Pass 22 Jan 2019 79,969 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2018 71,398 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2017 62,434 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 19 Jan 2016 52,576 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 26 Jan 2015 44,663 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

O/S/R tyre-worn smooth on inner edge

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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DA61 VKD is a 2012 Kia Sorento in Black with a 2,199cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 DA61 VKD, 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 DA61 VKD registered?

DA61 VKD is a 2012 Kia Sorento, first registered on 31 January 2012.

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