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RV63 FNJ

2013 Kia Sorento

White Diesel 2199cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Sep 2026
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

155,004 mi
Last recorded155,004 miles
Recorded on19 Sep 2025
Typical for 2013 Kia Sorento68,783 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRV63 FNJ
MakeKia
ModelSorento
Year2013
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,199cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 19 Sep 2025 155,004 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Fail 10 Sep 2025 154,877 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

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

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 11 Sep 2024 141,346 miles

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

knock detected in steering rack but no play found

Fail 10 Sep 2024 141,346 miles

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Seat belt not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (c))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

knock detected in steering rack but no play found

Pass 6 Sep 2023 124,922 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

knock detected in steering rack but no play found

Pass 7 Sep 2022 108,574 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2022 108,570 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Spare wheel carrier insecure (6.1.5 (a))

Brake hydraulic reservoir close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (i))

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

Pass 1 Sep 2021 93,589 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2020 83,227 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Sep 2019 69,758 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2018 56,328 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2018 56,328 miles

Nearside Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))

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

Pass 16 Aug 2017 39,577 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2016 26,248 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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RV63 FNJ is a 2013 Kia Sorento in White with a 2,199cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 RV63 FNJ, 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 RV63 FNJ registered?

RV63 FNJ is a 2013 Kia Sorento, first registered on 13 December 2013.

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