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KR09 CSR

2013 Kia Sorento

Silver Diesel 2199cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Dec 2025
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

97,217 mi
Last recorded97,217 miles
Recorded on25 Nov 2024
Typical for 2013 Kia Sorento68,783 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKR09 CSR
MakeKia
ModelSorento
Year2013
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,199cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Nov 2024 97,217 miles

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

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 4 Dec 2023 88,963 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

both rear shock absorber dust covers split

Pass 29 Nov 2022 80,781 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both front (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

both rear shock absorber dust covers split

Pass 8 Dec 2021 74,694 miles
Fail 8 Dec 2021 74,694 miles

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

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint worn to the extent there is a serious risk of detachment (2.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 25 Nov 2020 67,192 miles

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 24 Nov 2020 67,192 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Nov 2019 59,066 miles

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

Pass 27 Nov 2018 47,507 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive Engine underside (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 26 Nov 2018 47,495 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Oil leak, but not excessive Engine underside (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Nov 2017 38,088 miles

Engine oil level low

Pass 8 Dec 2016 30,239 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2016 24,488 miles

rear wiper smears

slight oil leak

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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KR09 CSR is a 2013 Kia Sorento in Silver with a 2,199cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 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 KR09 CSR, 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 KR09 CSR registered?

KR09 CSR is a 2013 Kia Sorento, first registered on 30 January 2013.

Is KR09 CSR safe to buy?

The MOT history for KR09 CSR shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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