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FR12 BDU

2012 Kia Sorento

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jan 2022
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

157,803 mi
Last recorded157,803 miles
Recorded on7 Jan 2021
Typical for 2012 Kia Sorento73,364 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFR12 BDU
MakeKia
ModelSorento
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Jan 2021 157,803 miles

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

Spare tyre defective ()

drivers seat lightly loose

Pass 8 Jul 2019 132,567 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2019 132,567 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 4 Jul 2018 117,893 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 7 Jul 2017 105,522 miles

Front Oil leak ()

Nearside Front Mirror casing cracked

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 11 Jul 2016 92,691 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2015 81,302 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2015 81,302 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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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FR12 BDU is a 2012 Kia Sorento in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 FR12 BDU, 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 FR12 BDU registered?

FR12 BDU is a 2012 Kia Sorento, first registered on 8 June 2012.

Is FR12 BDU safe to buy?

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