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LO13 KCV

2013 Kia Sportage

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 May 2027
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

63,077 mi
Last recorded63,077 miles
Recorded on1 May 2026
Typical for 2013 Kia Sportage64,196 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLO13 KCV
MakeKia
ModelSportage
Year2013
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 May 2026 63,077 miles

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

Pass 28 Apr 2025 60,769 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3.5/4/4 (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3.5/3.5/3 (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

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

Fail 28 Apr 2025 60,769 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3.5/4/4 (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3.5/3.5/3 (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

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

Pass 29 Apr 2024 58,465 miles

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

Fail 29 Apr 2024 58,465 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Apr 2023 56,317 miles

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

undercarriage trays / sill guards / splash guards / heat shields / engine covers / component covers obscuring / limiting access to some areas and or items

Fail 28 Apr 2023 56,317 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))

Offside 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))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated cut / damage: joint not visible at time of inspection (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

undercarriage trays / sill guards / splash guards / heat shields / engine covers / component covers obscuring / limiting access to some areas and or items

Pass 3 May 2022 54,336 miles

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

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

Pass 13 May 2021 52,027 miles

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

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

Pass 28 May 2020 49,217 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin rear pads right on limit (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 15 Apr 2019 45,441 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2018 40,827 miles
Pass 8 May 2017 31,347 miles
Pass 10 May 2016 26,247 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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LO13 KCV is a 2013 Kia Sportage in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 LO13 KCV, 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 LO13 KCV registered?

LO13 KCV is a 2013 Kia Sportage, first registered on 28 June 2013.

Is LO13 KCV safe to buy?

The MOT history for LO13 KCV shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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