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FG13 VZF

2013 Kia Carens

Bronze Diesel 1685cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Mar 2023
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

101,035 mi
Last recorded101,035 miles
Recorded on25 Mar 2022
Typical for 2013 Kia Carens64,468 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG13 VZF
MakeKia
ModelCarens
Year2013
ColourBronze
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,685cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 25 Mar 2022 101,035 miles

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

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

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

Pass 5 Mar 2021 94,960 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2020 89,584 miles
Fail 11 Mar 2020 89,584 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 28 Mar 2019 75,963 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2019 75,963 miles

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

Pass 4 May 2018 66,485 miles
Pass 31 May 2017 56,187 miles
Fail 31 May 2017 56,187 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 31 May 2016 44,853 miles

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

Fail 31 May 2016 44,853 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

How Reliable is the Kia Carens?

Based on 476,991 MOT tests across 36,863 vehicles.

70.3%
Pass Rate
6,950
Miles/Year
26
Year Lifespan
36,863
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 29,613
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 18,176
parking brake recording little or no effort 12,318
position lamp(s) not working 11,979
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 10,018
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FG13 VZF is a 2013 Kia Carens in Bronze with a 1,685cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

Across all 2013 Kia Carens models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.3% with a typical mileage of 64,468 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 Carens fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 29,613 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FG13 VZF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kia Carens typically stays on UK roads for around 26 years. At 13 years old, this Kia Carens is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FG13 VZF registered?

FG13 VZF is a 2013 Kia Carens, first registered on 23 May 2013.

Is FG13 VZF safe to buy?

The MOT history for FG13 VZF shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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