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LG62 BKX

2012 Kia Sorento

Silver Diesel 2199cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Sep 2024
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

98,471 mi
Last recorded98,471 miles
Recorded on25 Sep 2023
Typical for 2012 Kia Sorento73,364 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLG62 BKX
MakeKia
ModelSorento
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,199cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Sep 2023 98,471 miles

Offside Front fog light inoperative

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner tread (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 22 Sep 2023 98,471 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front fog light inoperative

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner tread (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 22 Sep 2022 92,366 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2022 92,366 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

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

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 20 Sep 2021 84,349 miles
Fail 20 Sep 2021 84,343 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 7 Sep 2020 76,693 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))

Pass 19 Sep 2019 72,032 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2018 67,404 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2017 56,464 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2016 44,994 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2015 31,916 miles

both rear tyres cracking on tread

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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LG62 BKX 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 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 LG62 BKX, 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

How do I check the history of LG62 BKX?

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What year was LG62 BKX registered?

LG62 BKX is a 2012 Kia Sorento, first registered on 6 September 2012.

Is LG62 BKX safe to buy?

The MOT history for LG62 BKX shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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