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RX13 VAU

2013 Kia Sportage

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Dec 2025
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

115,254 mi
Last recorded115,254 miles
Recorded on13 Dec 2024
Typical for 2013 Kia Sportage64,196 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRX13 VAU
MakeKia
ModelSportage
Year2013
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Dec 2024 115,254 miles

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 16 Sep 2023 110,276 miles

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

Pass 7 Jul 2022 102,217 miles
Pass 14 May 2021 92,165 miles
Fail 14 May 2021 92,163 miles

Rear Reversing lamp inoperative (4.6.1 (a))

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

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

Pass 19 Sep 2019 72,854 miles

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

Heat shield loose over back box on exhaust

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

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt Starting to perish (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm, worn on both edges (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Nail in tyre ()

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm, worn on both edges (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 2 Aug 2018 52,446 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2018 48,716 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2017 40,864 miles

Nail in tyre OSR INNER SIDE WALL ()

Pass 23 Feb 2016 30,434 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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RX13 VAU is a 2013 Kia Sportage in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 RX13 VAU, 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 RX13 VAU registered?

RX13 VAU is a 2013 Kia Sportage, first registered on 7 March 2013.

Is RX13 VAU safe to buy?

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