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GL13 FBU

2013 Kia Sportage

Silver Petrol 1591cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jun 2025
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

114,098 mi
Last recorded114,098 miles
Recorded on6 Jun 2024
Typical for 2013 Kia Sportage64,196 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL13 FBU
MakeKia
ModelSportage
Year2013
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,591cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Jun 2024 114,098 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 6 Jun 2024 114,098 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Jun 2023 105,300 miles

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

Pass 13 Jun 2022 93,237 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 215/70/16 (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 4 Jun 2021 79,888 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 4 Jun 2021 79,882 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 9 Jun 2020 71,238 miles

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Rear Outer Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement lower. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 11 Jun 2019 59,207 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2019 59,203 miles

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

Pass 13 Jun 2018 45,803 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2017 35,055 miles

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

Pass 30 Jun 2016 26,566 miles

Centre Front removal of items hanging from rear view mirror

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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GL13 FBU is a 2013 Kia Sportage in Silver with a 1,591cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 GL13 FBU, 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 GL13 FBU registered?

GL13 FBU is a 2013 Kia Sportage, first registered on 15 July 2013.

Is GL13 FBU safe to buy?

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