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HK62 FZB

2012 Kia Sorento

Brown Diesel 2199cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Dec 2026
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

103,173 mi
Last recorded103,173 miles
Recorded on24 Nov 2025
Typical for 2012 Kia Sorento73,364 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHK62 FZB
MakeKia
ModelSorento
Year2012
ColourBrown
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,199cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Nov 2025 103,173 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 24 Nov 2025 103,173 miles

Central Rear Seat belt buckle missing Buckle trapped under rear seat (7.1.2 (d))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 11 Dec 2024 95,270 miles
Fail 3 Dec 2024 95,268 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))

Pass 30 Nov 2023 92,737 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2022 91,447 miles

Rear Oil leak, but not excessive diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Nov 2021 88,598 miles
Fail 24 Nov 2021 88,588 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

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

Pass 16 Oct 2020 83,369 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2019 79,754 miles

Nearside Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light Door mirror indicator (4.4.1 (b) (i))

Pass 27 Dec 2018 69,528 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2017 58,852 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2016 48,157 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2015 35,785 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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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HK62 FZB is a 2012 Kia Sorento in Brown with a 2,199cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 HK62 FZB, 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

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What year was HK62 FZB registered?

HK62 FZB is a 2012 Kia Sorento, first registered on 31 December 2012.

Is HK62 FZB safe to buy?

The MOT history for HK62 FZB shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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