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DS13 VJN

2013 Kia Sportage

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Mar 2027
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

104,541 mi
Last recorded104,541 miles
Recorded on5 Mar 2026
Typical for 2013 Kia Sportage64,196 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDS13 VJN
MakeKia
ModelSportage
Year2013
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Mar 2026 104,541 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2025 95,986 miles

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

Pass 1 Mar 2024 85,983 miles

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

Fail 1 Mar 2024 85,980 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Pass 7 Mar 2023 78,238 miles

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

Pass 16 Aug 2021 61,418 miles

Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both rear trailing arm bushes slight cracks/play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

under trays fitted

Pass 13 Aug 2020 53,169 miles

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

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

under trays fitted

Fail 4 Aug 2020 53,165 miles

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

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

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

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

under trays fitted

Pass 17 Jun 2019 52,218 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2018 48,555 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2017 37,876 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2016 25,628 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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DS13 VJN is a 2013 Kia Sportage in Black with a 1,995cc 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 DS13 VJN, 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 DS13 VJN registered?

DS13 VJN is a 2013 Kia Sportage, first registered on 11 July 2013.

Is DS13 VJN safe to buy?

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