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RA12 VFM

2012 Kia Sorento

Grey Petrol 2400cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jul 2026
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

89,653 mi
Last recorded89,653 miles
Recorded on16 Jul 2025
Typical for 2012 Kia Sorento73,364 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRA12 VFM
MakeKia
ModelSorento
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,400cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Jul 2025 89,653 miles

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

Fail 10 Jul 2025 89,525 miles

Nearside Front Outer Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Outer Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 1 Jul 2024 79,125 miles

Nearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt and center ()

Fail 1 Jul 2024 79,125 miles

Nearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt and center ()

Pass 26 Jun 2023 70,220 miles

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt x3 ()

Pass 14 Jul 2022 61,048 miles

Front Valve stem slightly damaged nearside and offside (5.2.3 (j))

Rear Valve stem slightly damaged nearside and offside (5.2.3 (j))

nearside and offside side step mounting brackets corroded

Fail 14 Jul 2022 61,048 miles

Front Valve stem slightly damaged nearside and offside (5.2.3 (j))

Headlamp aim too high nearside and offside (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Valve stem slightly damaged nearside and offside (5.2.3 (j))

nearside and offside side step mounting brackets corroded

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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RA12 VFM is a 2012 Kia Sorento in Grey with a 2,400cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 RA12 VFM, 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 RA12 VFM registered?

RA12 VFM is a 2012 Kia Sorento, first registered on 1 January 2012.

Is RA12 VFM safe to buy?

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