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DY12 OOD

2012 Kia Sorento

Bronze Diesel 2199cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Mar 2027
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

25,911 mi
Last recorded25,911 miles
Recorded on13 Mar 2026
Typical for 2012 Kia Sorento73,364 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDY12 OOD
MakeKia
ModelSorento
Year2012
ColourBronze
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,199cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 13 Mar 2026 25,911 miles

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

Pass 4 Mar 2025 20,673 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2024 14,797 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2023 9,428 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 16 Mar 2022 5,025 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2021 250 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2020 73,456 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2019 65,602 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2018 56,436 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2017 45,864 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2016 35,732 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2015 25,056 miles

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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DY12 OOD is a 2012 Kia Sorento in Bronze with a 2,199cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 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 DY12 OOD, 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 DY12 OOD?

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What year was DY12 OOD registered?

DY12 OOD is a 2012 Kia Sorento, first registered on 22 March 2012.

Is DY12 OOD safe to buy?

The MOT history for DY12 OOD shows 12 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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