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SL63 XLZ

2013 Kia Sportage

White Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Sep 2024
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

113,875 mi
Last recorded113,875 miles
Recorded on5 Sep 2023
Typical for 2013 Kia Sportage64,196 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSL63 XLZ
MakeKia
ModelSportage
Year2013
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Sep 2023 113,875 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened close to fail (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured both sides (4.4.3 (a))

intermittent knock from engine

Fail 4 Sep 2023 113,875 miles

Fuel tank leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. 215/55/18, all others 235/55/18 (5.2.3 (b))

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

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick on disc (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened close to fail (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured both sides (4.4.3 (a))

intermittent knock from engine

Pass 20 Sep 2022 91,297 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2021 69,699 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2021 69,699 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 4 Dec 2020 65,524 miles

Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt o/s/f and n/s/f both may require to attention (2.1.3 (g) (i))

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

Fail 4 Dec 2020 65,524 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords damaged on inner edge has big cord (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt o/s/f and n/s/f both may require to attention (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing on inner edge worn and bald,may require to attention soon (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 29 Nov 2019 54,665 miles

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

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

air box filter is missing,may require to attention soon

emission too low to register

Pass 22 Nov 2018 45,245 miles

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

damp patch on fuel tank, no obvious leaks and unsure if fuel, advise cleaning and rechecking

Pass 29 Nov 2017 32,120 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2016 20,712 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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SL63 XLZ is a 2013 Kia Sportage in White with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 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 SL63 XLZ, 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 SL63 XLZ registered?

SL63 XLZ is a 2013 Kia Sportage, first registered on 14 December 2013.

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