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BG13 SOA

2013 Kia Sportage

Blue Petrol 1591cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jun 2026
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

127,045 mi
Last recorded127,045 miles
Recorded on23 Jun 2025
Typical for 2013 Kia Sportage64,196 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG13 SOA
MakeKia
ModelSportage
Year2013
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,591cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Jun 2025 127,045 miles

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 28 Jun 2024 124,470 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2023 120,304 miles

age related cracking and perishing to offside rear tyre

wipers smearing

Pass 9 Jun 2022 116,152 miles
Pass 26 May 2021 110,962 miles

Offside Rear tyre perished slightly on tread

Fail 26 May 2021 110,962 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear tyre perished slightly on tread

Pass 20 Jul 2020 106,873 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge only 2mm left. 225/60x17 (5.2.3 (e))

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

Fail 18 Jul 2020 106,873 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated 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 worn close to legal limit/worn on edge only 2mm left. 225/60x17 (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 10 Jul 2019 101,249 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2018 95,464 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2017 91,382 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2017 91,224 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2016 78,612 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2016 78,612 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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 SOA is a 2013 Kia Sportage in Blue with a 1,591cc petrol 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 SOA, 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 BG13 SOA registered?

BG13 SOA is a 2013 Kia Sportage, first registered on 12 July 2013.

Is BG13 SOA safe to buy?

The MOT history for BG13 SOA shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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