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BG13 LXT

2013 Kia Sportage

Black Diesel 1685cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Jul 2027
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

138,127 mi
Last recorded138,127 miles
Recorded on25 Jul 2026
Typical for 2013 Kia Sportage64,196 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG13 LXT
MakeKia
ModelSportage
Year2013
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,685cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Jul 2026 138,127 miles

Rear brake and suspension components slightly corroded

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 24 Jul 2025 136,939 miles

Rear brake and suspension components slightly corroded

Fail 24 Jul 2025 136,939 miles

Rear brake and suspension components slightly corroded

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

Pass 15 Jul 2024 127,498 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Surface corrosion on suspension and braking

Pass 20 Jul 2023 118,786 miles

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Rear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 29 Jul 2022 110,437 miles

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

front and rear brake and suspension components slightly corroded

Fail 29 Jul 2022 110,436 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 23 Jun 2021 103,602 miles

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

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

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

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt N/s/r + O/s/r

Fail 19 Jun 2021 103,561 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

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

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

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

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt N/s/r + O/s/r

Pass 11 Jun 2020 94,907 miles

PB lever reserve travel slightly low

Pass 27 Jun 2019 85,791 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2018 84,435 miles

Engine covers and under trays fitted concealing testable items.

Pass 24 Mar 2017 72,649 miles

Engine cover fitted

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Under tray fitted

Pass 29 Mar 2016 62,287 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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BG13 LXT is a 2013 Kia Sportage in Black with a 1,685cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 BG13 LXT, 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.

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What year was BG13 LXT registered?

BG13 LXT is a 2013 Kia Sportage, first registered on 1 June 2013.

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