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MV12 WWG

2012 Kia Sorento

Black Diesel 2199cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Aug 2026
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

93,912 mi
Last recorded93,912 miles
Recorded on20 Aug 2025
Typical for 2012 Kia Sorento73,364 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMV12 WWG
MakeKia
ModelSorento
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,199cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Aug 2025 93,912 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Fail 18 Aug 2025 93,912 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision missing (1.1.2 (c))

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Apr 2024 88,502 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2023 82,926 miles
Fail 25 Jan 2023 82,926 miles

Brake performance not tested rear park brake (1.2.1 (g))

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm all four (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 4 Sep 2019 78,335 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge ON LIMIT AND BALD ON INNER EDGE (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge ON LIMIT AND BALD ON INNER EDGE (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge ON LIMIT AND BALD ON INNER EDGE (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test 3rd row folded away ()

under trays fitted

Pass 4 Sep 2018 70,187 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2017 60,652 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2016 52,419 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2015 33,873 miles

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

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

Fail 24 Apr 2015 33,873 miles

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

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

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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MV12 WWG is a 2012 Kia Sorento in Black with a 2,199cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 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 MV12 WWG, 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 MV12 WWG registered?

MV12 WWG is a 2012 Kia Sorento, first registered on 27 April 2012.

Is MV12 WWG safe to buy?

The MOT history for MV12 WWG shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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