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OE12 DLU

2012 Kia Sorento

Silver Diesel 2199cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Oct 2026
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

84,165 mi
Last recorded84,165 miles
Recorded on10 Oct 2025
Typical for 2012 Kia Sorento73,364 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOE12 DLU
MakeKia
ModelSorento
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,199cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Oct 2025 84,165 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2024 77,560 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2023 70,093 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2022 63,721 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Fail 5 Oct 2022 63,721 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 13 Sep 2021 57,484 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2020 51,345 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))

Fail 1 Oct 2020 51,345 miles

Brake pedal has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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))

Offside Power steering component insecure Gaitor. (2.1.5 (d) (i))

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

Pass 8 Oct 2019 43,110 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2018 36,600 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2017 29,888 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2017 29,381 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 16 Jun 2016 27,961 miles

Nearside Front wiper split but still clearing screen

Offside Front wiper split but still clearing screen

Pass 15 Jun 2015 25,864 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2015 25,864 miles

Offside Side repeater excessively damaged so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

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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OE12 DLU is a 2012 Kia Sorento in Silver with a 2,199cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 OE12 DLU, 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 OE12 DLU?

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What year was OE12 DLU registered?

OE12 DLU is a 2012 Kia Sorento, first registered on 30 June 2012.

Is OE12 DLU safe to buy?

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