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DH03 ARH

2012 Kia Sorento

Bronze Diesel 2199cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Mar 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

85,471 mi
Last recorded85,471 miles
Recorded on18 Mar 2026
Typical for 2012 Kia Sorento73,364 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDH03 ARH
MakeKia
ModelSorento
Year2012
ColourBronze
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,199cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Mar 2026 85,471 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2025 80,444 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2024 74,240 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2023 70,066 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2022 65,117 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2021 59,663 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2020 55,426 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2019 49,701 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2018 42,412 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2017 35,538 miles

covers impede parts of the inspection

Pass 4 Mar 2016 29,329 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2015 22,512 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2015 22,504 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

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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DH03 ARH is a 2012 Kia Sorento in Bronze with a 2,199cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 DH03 ARH, 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 DH03 ARH?

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What year was DH03 ARH registered?

DH03 ARH is a 2012 Kia Sorento, first registered on 27 March 2012.

Is DH03 ARH safe to buy?

The MOT history for DH03 ARH shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does DH03 ARH have outstanding finance?

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