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R3 LFR

2017 Kia Sorento

Black Diesel 2199cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Dec 2026
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

59,238 mi
Last recorded59,238 miles
Recorded on9 Dec 2025
Typical for 2017 Kia Sorento47,302 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR3 LFR
MakeKia
ModelSorento
Year2017
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,199cc

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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 9 Dec 2025 59,238 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2024 49,960 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2023 38,043 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2022 29,998 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2021 19,088 miles
Pass 24 Dec 2020 13,442 miles

Engine covers and under trays fitted preventing the test of some components.

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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R3 LFR is a 2017 Kia Sorento in Black with a 2,199cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2017 Kia Sorento models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.1% with a typical mileage of 47,302 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 R3 LFR, 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 9 years old, this Kia Sorento is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R3 LFR registered?

R3 LFR is a 2017 Kia Sorento, first registered on 22 September 2017.

Is R3 LFR safe to buy?

The MOT history for R3 LFR shows 6 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does R3 LFR have outstanding finance?

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