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PY12 JFU

2012 Kia Sorento

Black Diesel 2199cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Jun 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

94,462 mi
Last recorded94,462 miles
Recorded on2 Jun 2026
Typical for 2012 Kia Sorento73,364 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPY12 JFU
MakeKia
ModelSorento
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,199cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Jun 2026 94,462 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2026 94,462 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Pass 27 Jun 2025 88,204 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 26 Jun 2024 81,010 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2023 73,807 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2022 69,061 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2021 60,955 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2020 57,409 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2019 52,507 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2018 44,981 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2017 37,805 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2016 31,426 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2015 23,498 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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PY12 JFU is a 2012 Kia Sorento in Black with a 2,199cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 PY12 JFU, 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 PY12 JFU?

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What year was PY12 JFU registered?

PY12 JFU is a 2012 Kia Sorento, first registered on 29 June 2012.

Is PY12 JFU safe to buy?

The MOT history for PY12 JFU shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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