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AV63 VZU

2013 Kia Sportage

Brown Diesel 1685cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Aug 2027
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

132,776 mi
Last recorded132,776 miles
Recorded on4 Aug 2026
Typical for 2013 Kia Sportage64,196 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV63 VZU
MakeKia
ModelSportage
Year2013
ColourBrown
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,685cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Aug 2026 132,776 miles

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

Pass 10 Jul 2025 126,942 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2024 120,899 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2024 120,899 miles

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

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre

Pass 9 Jun 2023 116,281 miles

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

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

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

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre

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

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

Pass 16 Dec 2021 105,018 miles

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

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

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

Fail 16 Dec 2021 105,017 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

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

Pass 18 Dec 2020 88,416 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2019 73,822 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2018 63,604 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2017 53,361 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2016 38,942 miles

How Reliable is the Kia Sportage?

Based on 2,634,551 MOT tests across 296,598 vehicles.

80.4%
Pass Rate
7,022
Miles/Year
26
Year Lifespan
296,598
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 16,003
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 15,822
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 14,522
Brake pipe excessively corroded 10,705
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AV63 VZU is a 2013 Kia Sportage in Brown with a 1,685cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2013 Kia Sportage models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.4% with a typical mileage of 64,196 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Kia Sportage fails its MOT is brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick, accounting for 16,003 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AV63 VZU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kia Sportage typically stays on UK roads for around 26 years. At 13 years old, this Kia Sportage is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AV63 VZU registered?

AV63 VZU is a 2013 Kia Sportage, first registered on 27 December 2013.

Is AV63 VZU safe to buy?

The MOT history for AV63 VZU 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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