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SW13 VPJ

2013 Kia Sportage

Blue Diesel 1700cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jan 2025
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

125,525 mi
Last recorded125,525 miles
Recorded on22 Jan 2024
Typical for 2013 Kia Sportage64,196 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSW13 VPJ
MakeKia
ModelSportage
Year2013
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,700cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Jan 2024 125,525 miles
Fail 18 Jan 2024 125,369 miles
Pass 10 May 2022
Fail 30 Apr 2022 110,715 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2019 96,671 miles
Fail 11 Nov 2019 96,615 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2018 77,232 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2017 68,012 miles

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

Pass 16 Nov 2016 49,140 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 VPJ is a 2013 Kia Sportage in Blue with a 1,700cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 SW13 VPJ, 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 SW13 VPJ?

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What year was SW13 VPJ registered?

SW13 VPJ is a 2013 Kia Sportage, first registered on 29 March 2013.

Is SW13 VPJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for SW13 VPJ shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does SW13 VPJ have outstanding finance?

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