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LG13 LDC

2013 Kia Sportage

Silver Diesel 1685cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Jan 2027
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

118,128 mi
Last recorded118,128 miles
Recorded on14 Jan 2026
Typical for 2013 Kia Sportage64,196 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLG13 LDC
MakeKia
ModelSportage
Year2013
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,685cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 14 Jan 2026 118,128 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2025 107,280 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2024 95,544 miles

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

Fail 16 Jan 2024 95,296 miles

Offside Front Hydraulic brake cylinder leaking hydraulic fluid CLUTCH MASTER CYLINDER DAMPENER (1.1.16 (b) (i))

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

Pass 10 Jan 2023 82,884 miles

Hand brake lever comes up high

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

Pass 13 Jan 2022 73,388 miles

both front tyres worn

Fail 13 Jan 2022 73,388 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

both front tyres worn

Pass 15 Jan 2021 65,825 miles

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

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

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

boot full

Pass 17 Jan 2020 58,753 miles

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

clutch pedal anti-slip missing

Fail 17 Jan 2020 58,753 miles

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

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

clutch pedal anti-slip missing

Pass 3 Jan 2019 48,838 miles

Nearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

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

Rear tyres perishing

Undertray fitted

Fail 3 Jan 2019 48,838 miles

Nearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Rear tyres perishing

Undertray fitted

Pass 24 Jan 2018 37,362 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2017 35,455 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2016 30,291 miles

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 LDC is a 2013 Kia Sportage in Silver with a 1,685cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 LG13 LDC, 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 LG13 LDC registered?

LG13 LDC is a 2013 Kia Sportage, first registered on 2 April 2013.

Is LG13 LDC safe to buy?

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