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FH13 DAU

2013 Kia Sportage

Silver Diesel 1685cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Mar 2026
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

149,124 mi
Last recorded149,124 miles
Recorded on27 Mar 2025
Typical for 2013 Kia Sportage64,196 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFH13 DAU
MakeKia
ModelSportage
Year2013
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,685cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Mar 2025 149,124 miles

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 26 Mar 2025 149,124 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 19 Jul 2023 149,375 miles

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

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

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 21 May 2022 136,424 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively both sides (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Jun 2021 116,530 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2020 97,240 miles
Fail 28 May 2020 97,166 miles

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

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 27 Apr 2019 76,515 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2018 57,480 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2017 53,217 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2016 42,285 miles

Nearside Tyre worn close to the legal limit and offside front (4.1.E.1)

handbrake lever high travel

item removed from screen prior to test

slight damage to n/s/f tyre outer sidewall

undertrays fitted

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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FH13 DAU is a 2013 Kia Sportage in Silver with a 1,685cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 FH13 DAU, 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 FH13 DAU registered?

FH13 DAU is a 2013 Kia Sportage, first registered on 17 July 2013.

Is FH13 DAU safe to buy?

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