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LP13 MJX

2013 Kia Sorento

Black Diesel 2199cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Jun 2027
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

36,707 mi
Last recorded36,707 miles
Recorded on27 May 2026
Typical for 2013 Kia Sorento68,783 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLP13 MJX
MakeKia
ModelSorento
Year2013
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,199cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 May 2026 36,707 miles
Fail 19 May 2026 36,661 miles

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

Nearside Front tyre over 10 years old

Nearside Rear tyre is over 10 years old

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

Offside Front tyre is over 10 years old

Offside Rear tyre is over 10 years old

Pass 10 Jun 2025 36,554 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2024 36,514 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2023 36,483 miles
Pass 31 May 2022 36,293 miles
Fail 31 May 2022 36,293 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 3 Jun 2021 36,052 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 18 Jun 2020 35,852 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2019 34,705 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2018 32,695 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2017 32,085 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2016 30,788 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

both rear tyres perished around the tread

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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LP13 MJX is a 2013 Kia Sorento in Black with a 2,199cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 LP13 MJX, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LP13 MJX registered?

LP13 MJX is a 2013 Kia Sorento, first registered on 30 July 2013.

Is LP13 MJX safe to buy?

The MOT history for LP13 MJX shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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