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SK12 TXU

2012 Kia Sorento

Black Diesel 2199cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Sep 2024
Tests15 (9 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

161,403 mi
Last recorded161,403 miles
Recorded on16 Sep 2023
Typical for 2012 Kia Sorento73,364 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSK12 TXU
MakeKia
ModelSorento
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,199cc

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MOT History

9 pass 6 fail
Pass 16 Sep 2023 161,403 miles

Driver's view Items removed from driver's view prior to test phoneholder from center of windscreen (3.1 (a) (ii))

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively both lipped (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Undertray fitted preventing full inspection of some components

Fail 16 Sep 2023 161,403 miles

Driver's view Items removed from driver's view prior to test phoneholder from center of windscreen (3.1 (a) (ii))

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively both lipped (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect refitted dipped beam bulb correctly (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Undertray fitted preventing full inspection of some components

Pass 17 Sep 2022 139,801 miles

Driver's view Items removed from driver's view prior to test fresheners & star from mirror, sat-nav cradle from center of windscreen (3.1 (a) (ii))

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively both lipped (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively both lipped (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Undertray fitted preventing full inspection of some components

Fail 17 Sep 2022 139,801 miles

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

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

Driver's view Items removed from driver's view prior to test fresheners & star from mirror, sat-nav cradle from center of windscreen (3.1 (a) (ii))

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively both lipped (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively both lipped (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Undertray fitted preventing full inspection of some components

Pass 18 Sep 2021 116,653 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2021 116,497 miles

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

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

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

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

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Nearside slight damage to wing mirror side repeater lens

outer sill covers fitted

Pass 23 Sep 2020 108,863 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2020 108,863 miles

Offside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Mar 2019 78,704 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front tyres worn smooth on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 20 Mar 2019 78,704 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both sides (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front tyres worn smooth on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 23 Mar 2018 68,349 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit Wearing on inner edge (4.1.E.1)

Pass 24 Mar 2017 49,614 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear tyre cracked

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 8 Mar 2016 37,093 miles
Fail 8 Mar 2016 37,089 miles

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

Pass 23 Mar 2015 22,755 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

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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SK12 TXU is a 2012 Kia Sorento in Black with a 2,199cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 SK12 TXU, 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 SK12 TXU registered?

SK12 TXU is a 2012 Kia Sorento, first registered on 30 March 2012.

Is SK12 TXU safe to buy?

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