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FL62 CDZ

2012 Kia Sorento

Silver Diesel 2199cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Nov 2026
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

105,243 mi
Last recorded105,243 miles
Recorded on10 Nov 2025
Typical for 2012 Kia Sorento73,364 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFL62 CDZ
MakeKia
ModelSorento
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,199cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Nov 2025 105,243 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 12 Nov 2024 95,959 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Pass 27 Nov 2023 86,430 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively both discs worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated small split/hole in gaiter (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Rear Coil spring corroded both rear springs corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 22 Nov 2023 86,397 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn front bush de-bonded (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn front bush de-bonded (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side not working (1.4.1 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid both jets blocked? (3.5 (a))

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively both discs worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated small split/hole in gaiter (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Rear Coil spring corroded both rear springs corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 23 Nov 2022 80,556 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively both (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both tyres on 2-3mm and wearing on inner edges (5.2.3 (e))

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

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

Rear Coil spring corroded both springs slightly corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all four tyres showing age cracks (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

parking brake lever has little reserve travel recommend adjustment

Pass 19 Oct 2021 70,789 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

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

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

Pass 10 Nov 2020 63,410 miles

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

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

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

Pass 4 Sep 2019 57,045 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2018 50,475 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2017 44,826 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2016 37,528 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2015 28,529 miles

offside front tyre wearing on inner edge

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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FL62 CDZ is a 2012 Kia Sorento in Silver with a 2,199cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 FL62 CDZ, 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 FL62 CDZ registered?

FL62 CDZ is a 2012 Kia Sorento, first registered on 21 September 2012.

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