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FV13 KXH

2013 Kia Sportage

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Aug 2026
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

78,549 mi
Last recorded78,549 miles
Recorded on31 Jul 2025
Typical for 2013 Kia Sportage64,196 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV13 KXH
MakeKia
ModelSportage
Year2013
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 31 Jul 2025 78,549 miles

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

Fail 30 Jul 2025 78,547 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 20 Aug 2024 78,501 miles

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both side (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 8 Aug 2024 78,500 miles

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

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both side (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 10 Jul 2023 66,508 miles

Nearside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 9 Jun 2022 51,362 miles

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

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

Pass 12 May 2021 39,492 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 9 Jun 2020 36,343 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2019 34,122 miles
Pass 10 May 2018 32,467 miles
Pass 12 May 2017 28,685 miles
Fail 12 May 2017 28,685 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 18 Apr 2016 20,272 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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FV13 KXH is a 2013 Kia Sportage in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 FV13 KXH, 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 FV13 KXH registered?

FV13 KXH is a 2013 Kia Sportage, first registered on 26 April 2013.

Is FV13 KXH safe to buy?

The MOT history for FV13 KXH shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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