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BV63 HDJ

2013 Kia Sportage

Black Diesel 1685cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Sep 2026
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

95,871 mi
Last recorded95,871 miles
Recorded on26 Aug 2025
Typical for 2013 Kia Sportage64,196 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBV63 HDJ
MakeKia
ModelSportage
Year2013
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,685cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 26 Aug 2025 95,871 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2024 86,841 miles

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

Fail 27 Aug 2024 86,841 miles

Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

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

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

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

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 24 Aug 2023 78,526 miles

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

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

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

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

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both rear tyres cracked. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 30 Aug 2022 70,988 miles

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

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre nail within central tread at an angle ()

Pass 23 Aug 2021 64,629 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush starting to de-bond / split slightly (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 23 Aug 2021 64,629 miles

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

Coolant level low in reservoir

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush starting to de-bond / split slightly (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Aug 2020 58,742 miles

Central Rear unable to thoroughly inspect seatbelt as dog guard fitted

Lower Steering column universal joint has slight wear or play slight play in lower column UJ (2.2.2 (c))

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

Fail 24 Aug 2020 58,742 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pivot has restricted free movement park brake (1.1.15 (e))

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

Offside Rear Brake pivot has restricted free movement park brake (1.1.15 (e))

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

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Central Rear unable to thoroughly inspect seatbelt as dog guard fitted

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

Pass 28 Aug 2019 53,149 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2019 53,147 miles

Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Inner Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Inner Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Aug 2018 46,505 miles

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

Pass 24 Aug 2017 40,228 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Rear tyres cracking and perished

Fail 24 Aug 2017 40,228 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Rear tyres cracking and perished

Pass 4 Aug 2016 34,111 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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BV63 HDJ is a 2013 Kia Sportage in Black with a 1,685cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 BV63 HDJ, 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 BV63 HDJ registered?

BV63 HDJ is a 2013 Kia Sportage, first registered on 1 September 2013.

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