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SG59 SEL

2013 Kia Sportage

Orange Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jul 2026
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

92,446 mi
Last recorded92,446 miles
Recorded on19 Jul 2025
Typical for 2013 Kia Sportage64,196 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSG59 SEL
MakeKia
ModelSportage
Year2013
ColourOrange
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Jul 2025 92,446 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2024 83,499 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2024 83,499 miles

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

Pass 10 Jul 2023 72,821 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2023 70,868 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2021 66,706 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2020 62,576 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2019 58,708 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2018 51,458 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2017 43,722 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 10 Dec 2016 34,729 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2016 25,986 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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SG59 SEL is a 2013 Kia Sportage in Orange with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 SG59 SEL, 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

How do I check the history of SG59 SEL?

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What year was SG59 SEL registered?

SG59 SEL is a 2013 Kia Sportage, first registered on 8 January 2013.

Is SG59 SEL safe to buy?

The MOT history for SG59 SEL shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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