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LF13 UOU

2013 Kia Sportage

Black Diesel 1685cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Nov 2024
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

196,014 mi
Last recorded196,014 miles
Recorded on2 Nov 2023
Typical for 2013 Kia Sportage64,196 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLF13 UOU
MakeKia
ModelSportage
Year2013
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,685cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Nov 2023 196,014 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive

Pass 10 Nov 2022 166,763 miles

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

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

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured BOTH (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 1 Dec 2021 134,137 miles

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

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both sides

Pass 24 Mar 2021 114,389 miles

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

Fail 17 Mar 2021 113,754 miles

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

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

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

Pass 12 Mar 2020 106,618 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Mar 2019 91,397 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin rears (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

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

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

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

Pass 20 Mar 2018 77,405 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2017 66,205 miles

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

Pass 4 Mar 2016 49,780 miles
Fail 4 Mar 2016 49,780 miles

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

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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LF13 UOU is a 2013 Kia Sportage in Black with a 1,685cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 LF13 UOU, 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 LF13 UOU registered?

LF13 UOU is a 2013 Kia Sportage, first registered on 5 March 2013.

Is LF13 UOU safe to buy?

The MOT history for LF13 UOU shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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