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SE52 STU

2013 Kia Sportage

Silver Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Aug 2027
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

149,414 mi
Last recorded149,414 miles
Recorded on26 Aug 2026
Typical for 2013 Kia Sportage64,196 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSE52 STU
MakeKia
ModelSportage
Year2013
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 Aug 2026 149,414 miles

Brake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))

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

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

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

Fail 25 Aug 2026 149,409 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Brake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))

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

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

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

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

Pass 29 Aug 2025 136,398 miles

Offside Front 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))

Fail 28 Aug 2025 136,348 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

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

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

Pass 30 Aug 2024 122,649 miles

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

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

Temporary repair made to rear headlamp levelling device

Fail 30 Aug 2024 122,646 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

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

Pass 31 Aug 2023 108,707 miles

Engine covers and under-trays are fitted which may obscure some components

Pass 29 Apr 2022 95,743 miles

Engine covers and under-trays are fitted which may obscure some components

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

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

Pass 8 Apr 2021 89,368 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Pass 3 Apr 2020 82,643 miles

Offside Rear Nail in tyre

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Apr 2019 73,873 miles

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

Offside Front Nail in tyre

Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 11 Apr 2018 61,165 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2017 47,546 miles

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

Tyre worn close to the legal limit NSF/OSF /NSR/OSR (4.1.E.1)

Fail 29 Apr 2017 47,546 miles

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

Tyre worn close to the legal limit NSF/OSF /NSR/OSR (4.1.E.1)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 25 Apr 2016 30,530 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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SE52 STU is a 2013 Kia Sportage in Silver with a 1,995cc 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 SE52 STU, 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 SE52 STU registered?

SE52 STU is a 2013 Kia Sportage, first registered on 30 April 2013.

Is SE52 STU safe to buy?

The MOT history for SE52 STU shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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