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LX63 TKA

2013 Kia Sportage

Silver Diesel 1685cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Sep 2026
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

72,376 mi
Last recorded72,376 miles
Recorded on9 Sep 2025
Typical for 2013 Kia Sportage64,196 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLX63 TKA
MakeKia
ModelSportage
Year2013
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,685cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 9 Sep 2025 72,376 miles

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

Fail 9 Sep 2025 72,376 miles

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 10 Sep 2024 66,405 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2024 66,405 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 235/55R18 (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 29 Aug 2023 60,370 miles

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

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

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

Pass 7 Sep 2022 55,162 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on wear limit 235/55R18 (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 14 Sep 2021 50,063 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))

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

Pass 17 Sep 2020 46,227 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2019 45,402 miles

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

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

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

Fail 21 Nov 2019 45,402 miles

Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour FADED (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour FADED (4.4.3 (a))

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

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

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

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

Pass 2 Nov 2018 39,590 miles
Fail 2 Nov 2018 39,590 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively BADLY SPLIT (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

FRONT NUMBER PLATE DAMAGED AND MARKED

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

REAR WIPER BLADE

Pass 16 Nov 2017 33,503 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Dec 2016 23,546 miles
Fail 19 Oct 2016 23,539 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Front Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)

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

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

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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LX63 TKA 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 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 LX63 TKA, 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 LX63 TKA registered?

LX63 TKA is a 2013 Kia Sportage, first registered on 21 October 2013.

Is LX63 TKA safe to buy?

The MOT history for LX63 TKA 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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