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NJ63 FZR

2013 Kia Sorento

Silver Diesel 2199cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Sep 2026
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

101,889 mi
Last recorded101,889 miles
Recorded on2 Sep 2025
Typical for 2013 Kia Sorento68,783 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNJ63 FZR
MakeKia
ModelSorento
Year2013
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,199cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Sep 2025 101,889 miles

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

Pass 3 Sep 2024 94,661 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2023 88,353 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2023 88,353 miles

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

Pass 15 Sep 2022 82,441 miles

Nearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

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

Nearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

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

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

Pass 8 Sep 2021 75,825 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2020 67,539 miles

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

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 2 Sep 2019 61,464 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively both sides (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Fail 30 Aug 2019 61,464 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively both sides (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Pass 23 Aug 2018 56,210 miles

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

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

Pass 25 Aug 2017 46,806 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2016 35,239 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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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NJ63 FZR 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 83.3%.

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 NJ63 FZR, 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 NJ63 FZR registered?

NJ63 FZR is a 2013 Kia Sorento, first registered on 23 September 2013.

Is NJ63 FZR safe to buy?

The MOT history for NJ63 FZR shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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