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KE13 DTK

2013 Kia Sportage

White Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Oct 2026
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

140,097 mi
Last recorded140,097 miles
Recorded on29 Oct 2025
Typical for 2013 Kia Sportage64,196 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKE13 DTK
MakeKia
ModelSportage
Year2013
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 29 Oct 2025 140,097 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play Lower arm outer ball joint slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn to 3mm 235/55/18 100V (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Misaligned (aimed too low), but still provided sufficient fluid to windscreen from other jet(s).

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn to 3mm - starting to wear inner edge. 235/55/18 100V (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 29 Oct 2025 140,097 miles

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

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play Lower arm outer ball joint slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn to 3mm 235/55/18 100V (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Misaligned (aimed too low), but still provided sufficient fluid to windscreen from other jet(s).

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn to 3mm - starting to wear inner edge. 235/55/18 100V (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 17 Oct 2024 130,339 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

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

Rear All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Fail 17 Oct 2024 130,339 miles

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

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

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

Rear All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

Pass 20 Oct 2023 121,459 miles

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

Fail 17 Oct 2023 121,459 miles

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

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

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

Pass 14 Oct 2022 114,091 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2021 109,602 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2020 104,160 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2019 81,107 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2018 50,731 miles
Fail 19 Nov 2018 50,731 miles

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

Pass 14 Sep 2017 39,170 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2016 30,384 miles

both front tyres wearing heavily on both edges

Fail 11 Oct 2016 30,384 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

both front tyres wearing heavily on both edges

Pass 16 Jul 2016 29,761 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 16 Jul 2016 29,761 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

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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KE13 DTK is a 2013 Kia Sportage in White with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

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 KE13 DTK, 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 KE13 DTK registered?

KE13 DTK is a 2013 Kia Sportage, first registered on 2 March 2013.

Is KE13 DTK safe to buy?

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