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SY62 VDL

2012 Kia Sorento

Black Diesel 2199cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 May 2024
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

129,442 mi
Last recorded129,442 miles
Recorded on5 May 2023
Typical for 2012 Kia Sorento73,364 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSY62 VDL
MakeKia
ModelSorento
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,199cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 May 2023 129,442 miles
Pass 5 May 2022 114,069 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2019 77,829 miles
Fail 19 Dec 2019 77,778 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2018 65,270 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2016 46,399 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2015 35,084 miles

front wiper perished on nearside

offside rear tyre tread worn on inside edge

Fail 10 Sep 2015 35,084 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

front wiper perished on nearside

offside rear tyre tread worn on inside edge

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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SY62 VDL is a 2012 Kia Sorento in Black with a 2,199cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 SY62 VDL, 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 SY62 VDL?

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What year was SY62 VDL registered?

SY62 VDL is a 2012 Kia Sorento, first registered on 27 September 2012.

Is SY62 VDL safe to buy?

The MOT history for SY62 VDL shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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