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MK63 DCF

2013 Kia Sportage

White Diesel 1685cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Oct 2026
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

131,420 mi
Last recorded131,420 miles
Recorded on18 Sep 2025
Typical for 2013 Kia Sportage64,196 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMK63 DCF
MakeKia
ModelSportage
Year2013
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,685cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Sep 2025 131,420 miles

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

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured both sides (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 2 Oct 2024 126,642 miles
Fail 2 Oct 2024 126,642 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 1 Oct 2024 126,636 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Sep 2023 121,749 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2022 111,012 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2021 97,048 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2020 85,984 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 3 Oct 2019 76,740 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2018 61,768 miles

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

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

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Pass 3 Oct 2017 50,685 miles

brake fluid level between mn/max

high handbrake travel

nail in n/s/f tyre

rear brake pads appear to be getting low

vehicle tested under damp conditions

Pass 12 Sep 2016 38,151 miles

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

front brake pads appear to be getting low

nail in o/s/r tyre / tyre deteriating

wiper blades smearing screen

Fail 12 Sep 2016 38,151 miles

nail in o/s/r tyre / tyre deteriating

wiper blades smearing screen

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

front brake pads appear to be getting low

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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MK63 DCF is a 2013 Kia Sportage in White with a 1,685cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 MK63 DCF, 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 MK63 DCF registered?

MK63 DCF is a 2013 Kia Sportage, first registered on 4 October 2013.

Is MK63 DCF safe to buy?

The MOT history for MK63 DCF shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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