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GJ63 XLV

2013 Kia Sportage

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Dec 2026
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

56,700 mi
Last recorded56,700 miles
Recorded on8 Dec 2025
Typical for 2013 Kia Sportage64,196 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGJ63 XLV
MakeKia
ModelSportage
Year2013
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Dec 2025 56,700 miles

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

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

Pass 9 Dec 2024 48,900 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2023 44,585 miles
Fail 4 Dec 2023 44,568 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both blade rubbers are split (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt rubber boot is split (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Pass 6 Dec 2022 41,715 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2021 40,264 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2020 38,916 miles
Fail 11 Dec 2020 38,916 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

both rear tyres slightly perished

Pass 6 Jun 2019 36,297 miles

all 4 tyres slightly cracked

Pass 12 Jun 2018 34,032 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2017 30,970 miles

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

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

Fail 28 Nov 2017 30,970 miles

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Pass 23 Nov 2016 16,735 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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GJ63 XLV 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 GJ63 XLV, 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.

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What year was GJ63 XLV registered?

GJ63 XLV is a 2013 Kia Sportage, first registered on 12 December 2013.

Is GJ63 XLV safe to buy?

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