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LC13 WKG

2013 Kia Sportage

Orange Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Mar 2027
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

75,397 mi
Last recorded75,397 miles
Recorded on30 Mar 2026
Typical for 2013 Kia Sportage64,196 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLC13 WKG
MakeKia
ModelSportage
Year2013
ColourOrange
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 Mar 2026 75,397 miles

HAND BRAKE READING ONLY JUST MADE 16% PASS

Fail 23 Mar 2026 75,397 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 1 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 13 Aug 2025 74,752 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated both. (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured both. (4.4.3 (a))

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both rear trailing. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Jun 2024 70,395 miles

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

Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Oil leak, but not excessive diff. (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both rear trailing . (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 17 Jun 2024 70,394 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge only just meets min standard. (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Oil leak, but not excessive diff. (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both rear trailing . (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Jun 2023 64,942 miles

Brake hose slightly deteriorated both front. (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear Oil leak, but not excessive diff. (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front lower. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both rear trailing arm. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 9 Jun 2023 64,940 miles

Offside Rear Headlamp levelling device inoperative arm disconnected. (4.1.5 (a))

Brake hose slightly deteriorated both front. (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear Oil leak, but not excessive diff. (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front lower. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both rear trailing arm. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Jun 2022 58,932 miles

Rear Oil leak, but not excessive diff. (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both rear trailing arm. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 9 Nov 2020 49,946 miles

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

Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Fail 6 Nov 2020 49,944 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

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

Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

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

Pass 25 Oct 2019 44,927 miles

Offside Rear tyre badly perished/cracked and worn on inside

Pass 26 Oct 2018 38,337 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2017 33,271 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread condition of front number plate has deteriorated at end of plate (6.3.1d)

Items removed from driver's view prior to test sat nav bracket removed from field of view prior to starting test ()

Offside Rear o/s/r tyre cracked/perished in between tyre tread but no cord exposed

under trays conceal some components but examined where visible

Pass 8 Sep 2016 27,579 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin Close to 1.5m (3.5.1g)

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

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin Close to 1.5m (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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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LC13 WKG is a 2013 Kia Sportage in Orange with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 LC13 WKG, 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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LC13 WKG is a 2013 Kia Sportage, first registered on 8 July 2013.

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