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LJ63 UBD

2013 Kia Sportage

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Dec 2026
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

147,972 mi
Last recorded147,972 miles
Recorded on10 Dec 2025
Typical for 2013 Kia Sportage64,196 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ63 UBD
MakeKia
ModelSportage
Year2013
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Dec 2025 147,972 miles
Fail 16 Nov 2025 147,426 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2024 134,676 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2024 134,049 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2022 112,086 miles
Fail 18 Nov 2022 111,126 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2020 77,505 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2019 58,496 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2018 50,826 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2017 44,172 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2016 36,006 miles

Under Trays Fitted.

Fail 20 Apr 2016 36,005 miles

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Rear Wiper Torn.

Under Trays Fitted.

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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LJ63 UBD is a 2013 Kia Sportage in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 LJ63 UBD, 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 LJ63 UBD registered?

LJ63 UBD is a 2013 Kia Sportage, first registered on 4 September 2013.

Is LJ63 UBD safe to buy?

The MOT history for LJ63 UBD shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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