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SO12 GHU

2012 Kia Sorento

Silver Diesel 2199cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Aug 2022
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

84,984 mi
Last recorded84,984 miles
Recorded on13 Aug 2021
Typical for 2012 Kia Sorento73,364 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSO12 GHU
MakeKia
ModelSorento
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,199cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Aug 2021 84,984 miles

general corrosion

Fail 13 Aug 2021 84,984 miles

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

general corrosion

Pass 19 Aug 2020 75,126 miles

Nearside Rear 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))

Pass 13 Aug 2019 66,261 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2018 58,182 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2017 51,945 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2016 42,589 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2015 31,496 miles

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

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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SO12 GHU is a 2012 Kia Sorento in Silver with a 2,199cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 SO12 GHU, 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 SO12 GHU?

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What year was SO12 GHU registered?

SO12 GHU is a 2012 Kia Sorento, first registered on 16 August 2012.

Is SO12 GHU safe to buy?

The MOT history for SO12 GHU shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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