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MT13 ZXG

2013 Kia Sportage

White Diesel 1685cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Feb 2026
Tests16 (10 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

116,489 mi
Last recorded116,489 miles
Recorded on14 Feb 2025
Typical for 2013 Kia Sportage64,196 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMT13 ZXG
MakeKia
ModelSportage
Year2013
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,685cc

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MOT History

10 pass 6 fail
Pass 14 Feb 2025 116,489 miles

Brake pedal wearing smooth split (1.1.2 (c))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective condensation inside (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arms both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 14 Feb 2025 116,487 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 Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour both sides (4.4.3 (a))

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

Brake pedal wearing smooth split (1.1.2 (c))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective condensation inside (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arms both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Feb 2024 108,657 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 13 Feb 2024 108,657 miles

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

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Sep 2022 93,329 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 2 Sep 2022 93,329 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 6 Sep 2021 75,500 miles
Fail 29 Aug 2021 75,499 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))

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 3 Sep 2020 72,802 miles

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Sep 2019 69,771 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2019 69,771 miles

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

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 21 Aug 2018 63,612 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2017 54,016 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2016 45,257 miles
Fail 25 Aug 2016 45,257 miles

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

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

Pass 27 Jun 2016 43,411 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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MT13 ZXG is a 2013 Kia Sportage in White with a 1,685cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 MT13 ZXG, 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 MT13 ZXG registered?

MT13 ZXG is a 2013 Kia Sportage, first registered on 7 July 2013.

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