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AD12 HCY

2012 Kia Sportage

White Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 May 2027
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

96,720 mi
Last recorded96,720 miles
Recorded on6 May 2026
Typical for 2012 Kia Sportage68,910 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAD12 HCY
MakeKia
ModelSportage
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 May 2026 96,720 miles

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

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

Pass 7 May 2025 85,662 miles
Fail 7 May 2025 85,662 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 9 May 2024 74,710 miles
Fail 9 May 2024 74,710 miles

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 11 May 2023 62,418 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both discs edges (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Fail 10 May 2023 62,418 miles

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

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both discs edges (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Pass 9 May 2022 51,909 miles
Pass 6 May 2021 41,045 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge & tread slightly damaged, outer edges (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge & tread slightly damaged, outer edges (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing has several small cuts in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 14 May 2020 32,920 miles
Pass 15 May 2019 30,764 miles
Pass 11 May 2018 28,957 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2017 26,502 miles
Pass 4 May 2016 22,910 miles
Pass 19 May 2015 18,440 miles

How Reliable is the Kia Sportage?

Based on 2,634,551 MOT tests across 296,598 vehicles.

80.4%
Pass Rate
7,022
Miles/Year
26
Year Lifespan
296,598
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 16,003
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 15,822
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 14,522
Brake pipe excessively corroded 10,705
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AD12 HCY is a 2012 Kia Sportage in White with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2012 Kia Sportage models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.9% with a typical mileage of 68,910 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Kia Sportage fails its MOT is brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick, accounting for 16,003 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AD12 HCY, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kia Sportage typically stays on UK roads for around 26 years. At 14 years old, this Kia Sportage is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AD12 HCY registered?

AD12 HCY is a 2012 Kia Sportage, first registered on 26 March 2012.

Is AD12 HCY safe to buy?

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