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SH62 XHF

2012 Kia Sorento

Silver Diesel 2199cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Nov 2026
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

89,123 mi
Last recorded89,123 miles
Recorded on27 Oct 2025
Typical for 2012 Kia Sorento73,364 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSH62 XHF
MakeKia
ModelSorento
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,199cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Oct 2025 89,123 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2024 82,593 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2023 79,201 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin bothe sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 20 Oct 2021 71,099 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2020 60,480 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2019 52,006 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2018 39,134 miles
Fail 7 Dec 2018 39,134 miles

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 23 Nov 2017 32,746 miles

Lower Steering column universal joint has slight play (2.1.5)

Pass 28 Nov 2016 26,320 miles
Fail 25 Nov 2016 26,320 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 4 Dec 2015 19,548 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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SH62 XHF 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 83.3%.

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 SH62 XHF, 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 SH62 XHF?

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What year was SH62 XHF registered?

SH62 XHF is a 2012 Kia Sorento, first registered on 7 December 2012.

Is SH62 XHF safe to buy?

The MOT history for SH62 XHF shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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