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SM13 RKA

2013 Kia Sportage

White Diesel 1685cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Sep 2024
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

95,560 mi
Last recorded95,560 miles
Recorded on4 Sep 2023
Typical for 2013 Kia Sportage64,196 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSM13 RKA
MakeKia
ModelSportage
Year2013
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,685cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Sep 2023 95,560 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2022 89,982 miles

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Front and rear (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Coil spring corroded Both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Covers over outer sills

No visible locking devices on brake calipers

Offside Front Seat belt slightly damaged Slight fraying (7.1.2 (b) (i))

Plastic engine covers fitted

Plastic undertrays fitted

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Surfaces corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Spare tyre defective Cords exposed ()

Pass 16 Jun 2021 77,757 miles

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

Pass 10 Jul 2020 75,401 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2020 75,401 miles

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

Pass 29 Aug 2019 67,069 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2018 53,144 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2017 43,521 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

both rear brake discs inner faces corroded

Pass 14 Jun 2016 33,762 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin front and rear (3.5.1g)

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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SM13 RKA is a 2013 Kia Sportage in White with a 1,685cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 SM13 RKA, 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 SM13 RKA registered?

SM13 RKA is a 2013 Kia Sportage, first registered on 12 July 2013.

Is SM13 RKA safe to buy?

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