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LC13 VDA

2013 Kia Sorento

Silver Diesel 2199cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jan 2026
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

170,601 mi
Last recorded170,601 miles
Recorded on20 Jan 2025
Typical for 2013 Kia Sorento68,783 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLC13 VDA
MakeKia
ModelSorento
Year2013
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,199cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Jan 2025 170,601 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2024 163,591 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2022 153,586 miles
Pass 31 Dec 2021 146,502 miles
Fail 31 Dec 2021 146,502 miles

Front Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

Pass 30 Dec 2020 141,858 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2019 135,654 miles

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

Fail 5 Jul 2019 135,647 miles

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

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

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

Pass 30 Jun 2018 108,518 miles

Offside Rear tyre worn inside edge

Pass 10 Jun 2017 82,813 miles

Rear seats folded away at test not allowing full inspection of seat belts

engine cover and under tray fitted

Fail 10 Jun 2017 82,813 miles

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Rear seats folded away at test not allowing full inspection of seat belts

engine cover and under tray fitted

Pass 2 Jul 2016 58,988 miles

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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LC13 VDA 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 75%.

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 LC13 VDA, 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 LC13 VDA registered?

LC13 VDA is a 2013 Kia Sorento, first registered on 1 July 2013.

Is LC13 VDA safe to buy?

The MOT history for LC13 VDA shows 12 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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