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GJ63 BXU

2013 Kia Sportage

Black Diesel 1685cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Feb 2027
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

95,518 mi
Last recorded95,518 miles
Recorded on20 Feb 2026
Typical for 2013 Kia Sportage64,196 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGJ63 BXU
MakeKia
ModelSportage
Year2013
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,685cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Feb 2026 95,518 miles

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

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both fronts tread on 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 15 Feb 2025 88,316 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2024 80,443 miles

Parking brake lever has limited reserve travel

Pass 28 Feb 2023 76,629 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2022 75,117 miles
Fail 24 Feb 2022 75,111 miles

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

Pass 26 Feb 2021 65,303 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2020 59,451 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2019 50,800 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2018 41,404 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2017 31,027 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 31 Jan 2017 30,811 miles

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

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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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GJ63 BXU is a 2013 Kia Sportage in Black with a 1,685cc 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 GJ63 BXU, 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 GJ63 BXU registered?

GJ63 BXU is a 2013 Kia Sportage, first registered on 30 September 2013.

Is GJ63 BXU safe to buy?

The MOT history for GJ63 BXU shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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