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LG12 VAA

2012 Kia Sorento

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Dec 2023
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

59,037 mi
Last recorded59,037 miles
Recorded on15 Nov 2022
Typical for 2012 Kia Sorento73,364 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLG12 VAA
MakeKia
ModelSorento
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Nov 2022 59,037 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 23 Nov 2021 52,275 miles

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

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured side (4.4.3 (a))

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

Pass 19 Nov 2020 45,690 miles

Nearside Rear hand brake performance low just on pass limit

Pass 15 Nov 2019 40,671 miles
Fail 13 Nov 2019 40,669 miles

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Both front tyres worn low on inner edges

Both rear tyres perished

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

Pass 29 Nov 2018 31,022 miles

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

Pass 1 Dec 2017 18,559 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2016 6,802 miles
Fail 2 Dec 2016 6,802 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (8.2.2)

Pass 10 Mar 2016 2,240 miles

n/s wiper split

Pass 2 Mar 2015 15,062 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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LG12 VAA is a 2012 Kia Sorento in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 LG12 VAA, 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 LG12 VAA registered?

LG12 VAA is a 2012 Kia Sorento, first registered on 14 March 2012.

Is LG12 VAA safe to buy?

The MOT history for LG12 VAA shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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