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DP13 LAP

2013 Kia Sportage

Brown Diesel 1685cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Apr 2027
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

99,388 mi
Last recorded99,388 miles
Recorded on17 Apr 2026
Typical for 2013 Kia Sportage64,196 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDP13 LAP
MakeKia
ModelSportage
Year2013
ColourBrown
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,685cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 17 Apr 2026 99,388 miles

((0.51+5=0,56))..P3,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,

Fail 16 Apr 2026 99,381 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively NSF & OSF =2=BOTH (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

((0.51+5=0,56))..P3,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,

Pass 22 Apr 2025 93,989 miles

((0.51+5=0,56))..P3,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Apr 2024 88,152 miles

((0.51+5=0.56)).P3

Pass 1 Apr 2023 81,865 miles

*((0.51))....P3......225/60/17 x 4,

Fail 1 Apr 2023 81,865 miles

*((0.51))....P3......225/60/17 x 4,

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Pass 6 Apr 2022 77,784 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2021 74,890 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2020 73,690 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2019 67,852 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2019 67,848 miles

Power steering malfunctioning (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 7 Apr 2018 55,534 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2017 35,415 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2016 27,009 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 22 Apr 2016 26,991 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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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DP13 LAP is a 2013 Kia Sportage in Brown with a 1,685cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 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 DP13 LAP, 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 DP13 LAP registered?

DP13 LAP is a 2013 Kia Sportage, first registered on 18 April 2013.

Is DP13 LAP safe to buy?

The MOT history for DP13 LAP shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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