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FJ13 VZD

2013 Kia Sorento

Silver Diesel 2199cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 May 2027
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

118,355 mi
Last recorded118,355 miles
Recorded on20 May 2026
Typical for 2013 Kia Sorento68,783 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFJ13 VZD
MakeKia
ModelSorento
Year2013
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,199cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 May 2026 118,355 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Oil leak, but not excessive From rear diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 22 May 2025 113,016 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Slight leak from rear diff

Pass 28 May 2024 107,577 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Oil leaking from rear differential

Pass 24 May 2023 102,491 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides, inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 9 May 2022 96,379 miles
Pass 6 May 2021 90,455 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 14 May 2020 85,100 miles

Fluid leak, but not excessive rear differential (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Lower Steering column universal joint has slight wear or play knocking (2.2.2 (c))

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Fail 13 May 2020 85,098 miles

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Fluid leak, but not excessive rear differential (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Lower Steering column universal joint has slight wear or play knocking (2.2.2 (c))

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 23 May 2019 74,357 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inside edge and tread cracking (5.2.3 (e))

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 inside edge and tread cracking (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 17 May 2018 63,646 miles
Pass 26 May 2017 49,721 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

both front tyres worn on inner edges

Pass 26 May 2016 36,108 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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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FJ13 VZD is a 2013 Kia Sorento in Silver with a 2,199cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

Across all 2013 Kia Sorento models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.7% with a typical mileage of 68,783 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 FJ13 VZD, 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 13 years old, this Kia Sorento is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was FJ13 VZD registered?

FJ13 VZD is a 2013 Kia Sorento, first registered on 30 May 2013.

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