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FG62 DRO

2012 Kia Sorento

White Diesel 2199cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Nov 2021
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

90,851 mi
Last recorded90,851 miles
Recorded on31 Oct 2020
Typical for 2012 Kia Sorento73,364 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG62 DRO
MakeKia
ModelSorento
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,199cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 31 Oct 2020 90,851 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Nov 2019 86,208 miles

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

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge n/s/r and o/s/r (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 31 Oct 2019 86,207 miles

Nearside Front Lower Steering linkage ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge n/s/r and o/s/r (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 16 Nov 2018 75,159 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2018 74,927 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

light misting of oil on steering rack pinion

Fail 26 Oct 2018 74,801 miles

Offside Front Lower Steering locking device missing arm ball joint pinch bolt (2.1.3 (d))

Offside Front Steering locking device missing track rod end (2.1.3 (d))

both front tyres are worn on the inner edges

light mist of oil on power steering rack around pinion

nsf tyre punctured

rear brake pads wearing thin

signs of accident damage to the osf corner some spot welds untreated and starting to corrode recommend attention asap

Pass 1 Nov 2017 63,271 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2016 54,337 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2015 42,479 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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FG62 DRO is a 2012 Kia Sorento in White with a 2,199cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 FG62 DRO, 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 FG62 DRO registered?

FG62 DRO is a 2012 Kia Sorento, first registered on 28 September 2012.

Is FG62 DRO safe to buy?

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