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MV13 UBN

2013 Kia Sportage

Black Diesel 1685cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Nov 2026
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

113,257 mi
Last recorded113,257 miles
Recorded on4 Nov 2025
Typical for 2013 Kia Sportage64,196 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMV13 UBN
MakeKia
ModelSportage
Year2013
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,685cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 4 Nov 2025 113,257 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output Inside Condensated (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 1 Nov 2024 101,746 miles

Bonnet primary retaining device slightly deteriorated (3.1 (c))

Fail 1 Nov 2024 101,746 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Bonnet primary retaining device slightly deteriorated (3.1 (c))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 14 Nov 2023 92,495 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Perished / Cracking edge of tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Note ; Engine cover missing

Note ; Various covers , under gurads & mouldings fitted , restricting views

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Trailing arm bush perished / split (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Perished Cracking edges of tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 10 Nov 2023 92,493 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

All Tyres appear underinflated ?

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Perished / Cracking edge of tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Note ; Engine cover missing

Note ; Various covers , under gurads & mouldings fitted , restricting views

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Trailing arm bush perished / split (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Perished Cracking edges of tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 23 Nov 2022 82,414 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2022 73,203 miles

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

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

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

STEERING /SUSPENSION COMPONENTS SURFACE CORRISION

Fail 3 Feb 2022 73,203 miles

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

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

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

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

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

STEERING /SUSPENSION COMPONENTS SURFACE CORRISION

Pass 15 Feb 2021 66,858 miles

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

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

Offside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))

Pass 26 Feb 2020 63,558 miles

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

OFFSIDE DOOR MIRROR INDICATOR LENS CRACKED/CONDENSATION

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

Fail 26 Feb 2020 63,558 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

OFFSIDE DOOR MIRROR INDICATOR LENS CRACKED/CONDENSATION

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 13 Feb 2019 53,902 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2018 43,677 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2017 33,717 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2016 25,668 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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MV13 UBN is a 2013 Kia Sportage in Black with a 1,685cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 MV13 UBN, 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 MV13 UBN registered?

MV13 UBN is a 2013 Kia Sportage, first registered on 1 March 2013.

Is MV13 UBN safe to buy?

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