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SW13 TVX

2013 Kia Sportage

White Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Aug 2026
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

101,248 mi
Last recorded101,248 miles
Recorded on18 Aug 2025
Typical for 2013 Kia Sportage64,196 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSW13 TVX
MakeKia
ModelSportage
Year2013
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Aug 2025 101,248 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2024 87,411 miles

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

Pass 24 Aug 2023 70,482 miles

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Fail 18 Aug 2023 70,482 miles

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

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 28 Jul 2022 54,578 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2021 40,811 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2020 29,812 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 235/55R18 (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 3 Aug 2019 15,809 miles

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

Pass 20 Aug 2018 11,717 miles

Nearside Front puncture at sidewall of tyre (235/55/18)

Nearside Rear puncture at sidewall of tyre (235/55/18)

Offside Rear puncture at sidewall of tyre (235/55/18)

Rear wiper torn

zero emissions

Fail 20 Aug 2018 11,717 miles

Front Suspension arm insecurely attached both front lower arm split pins missing (5.3.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Front puncture at sidewall of tyre (235/55/18)

Nearside Rear puncture at sidewall of tyre (235/55/18)

Offside Rear puncture at sidewall of tyre (235/55/18)

Rear wiper torn

zero emissions

Pass 8 Aug 2017 9,136 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2016 6,881 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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SW13 TVX is a 2013 Kia Sportage in White with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 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 SW13 TVX, 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 SW13 TVX registered?

SW13 TVX is a 2013 Kia Sportage, first registered on 19 August 2013.

Is SW13 TVX safe to buy?

The MOT history for SW13 TVX shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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