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FR13 TZN

2013 Kia Sorento

Silver Diesel 2199cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Apr 2025
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

103,465 mi
Last recorded103,465 miles
Recorded on4 Apr 2024
Typical for 2013 Kia Sorento68,783 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFR13 TZN
MakeKia
ModelSorento
Year2013
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,199cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Apr 2024 103,465 miles

Front shock anti-roll bar mounts in different positions on strut(1-2" out)

Tow ball not present at time of test

Fail 2 Apr 2024 103,643 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 235/55R18 (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Front shock anti-roll bar mounts in different positions on strut(1-2" out)

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect LHD lamp fitted?? (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Significant/deep cracking/splitting on tyre shoulder (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Tow ball not present at time of test

Pass 5 Apr 2023 94,844 miles

Nearside Front 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 1 Mar 2022 94,761 miles

Nearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 1 Mar 2021 91,042 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2020 90,476 miles

Nearside Front Outer cv gaiter has pin hole in it

Pass 11 May 2019 76,460 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt all rear ()

Offside Front inner rack arm catches anti-roll bar, only when jacked up. advise further inspection

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

Pass 8 May 2018 66,407 miles

Rear Tyres cracking

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Front Brake discs worn

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

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

Pass 10 May 2017 55,866 miles

both sides rear tyres perishing and slightly split

Pass 17 May 2016 42,871 miles
Fail 17 May 2016 42,871 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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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FR13 TZN is a 2013 Kia Sorento in Silver with a 2,199cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 FR13 TZN, 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 FR13 TZN registered?

FR13 TZN is a 2013 Kia Sorento, first registered on 5 July 2013.

Is FR13 TZN safe to buy?

The MOT history for FR13 TZN shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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