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DG12 RPV

2012 Kia Sorento

Blue Diesel 2199cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Oct 2022
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

123,577 mi
Last recorded123,577 miles
Recorded on16 Oct 2021
Typical for 2012 Kia Sorento73,364 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG12 RPV
MakeKia
ModelSorento
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,199cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 16 Oct 2021 123,577 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2020 113,360 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2019 106,177 miles

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

Pass 31 Oct 2018 91,479 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2017 75,201 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2016 57,421 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2015 40,084 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

nail nearside rear tyre

Pass 20 Mar 2015 29,905 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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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DG12 RPV is a 2012 Kia Sorento in Blue with a 2,199cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 DG12 RPV, 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

How do I check the history of DG12 RPV?

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What year was DG12 RPV registered?

DG12 RPV is a 2012 Kia Sorento, first registered on 21 March 2012.

Is DG12 RPV safe to buy?

The MOT history for DG12 RPV shows 8 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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