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LO13 RFN

2013 Kia Sportage

White Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Dec 2026
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

132,426 mi
Last recorded132,426 miles
Recorded on8 Dec 2025
Typical for 2013 Kia Sportage64,196 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLO13 RFN
MakeKia
ModelSportage
Year2013
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 8 Dec 2025 132,426 miles

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Fail 8 Dec 2025 132,426 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 4 Dec 2024 119,677 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2023 106,794 miles
Fail 6 Dec 2023 106,784 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 30 Nov 2022 92,797 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))

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

Fail 30 Nov 2022 92,797 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 8 Dec 2021 82,320 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2020 74,286 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2019 60,710 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2018 47,770 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2017 42,957 miles

rear wiper blade worn

Fail 21 Aug 2017 42,957 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high and offside (1.8)

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

rear wiper blade worn

Pass 23 Jun 2016 32,319 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

child seat fitted to the nearside rear unable to inspect adult seatbelt

Fail 14 Jun 2016 32,022 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

child seat fitted to the nearside rear unable to inspect adult seatbelt

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 RFN is a 2013 Kia Sportage in White with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 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 LO13 RFN, 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 LO13 RFN registered?

LO13 RFN is a 2013 Kia Sportage, first registered on 6 May 2013.

Is LO13 RFN safe to buy?

The MOT history for LO13 RFN shows 15 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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