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LG13 FCE

2013 Kia Sportage

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Jul 2027
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

140,863 mi
Last recorded140,863 miles
Recorded on8 Jul 2026
Typical for 2013 Kia Sportage64,196 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLG13 FCE
MakeKia
ModelSportage
Year2013
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Jul 2026 140,863 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2025 135,729 miles

Brake disc worn, but not excessively front and rear (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Fail 11 Jul 2025 135,726 miles

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

Brake disc worn, but not excessively front and rear (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Pass 22 Jul 2024 129,569 miles

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

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

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

Rear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 9 Mar 2023 115,795 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2022 106,238 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2021 92,760 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2020 81,515 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2019 68,095 miles

engine covers and under trays fitted

Fail 28 Mar 2019 68,095 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (4.1.2 (a))

engine covers and under trays fitted

Pass 28 Mar 2018 54,460 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2017 42,568 miles

Nearside Front Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 14 Mar 2016 29,966 miles

Front pads low

tyres cracking

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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LG13 FCE 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 84.6%.

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 LG13 FCE, 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 LG13 FCE registered?

LG13 FCE is a 2013 Kia Sportage, first registered on 26 March 2013.

Is LG13 FCE safe to buy?

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