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SY13 HLJ

2013 Kia Sportage

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Oct 2026
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

103,104 mi
Last recorded103,104 miles
Recorded on8 Oct 2025
Typical for 2013 Kia Sportage64,196 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSY13 HLJ
MakeKia
ModelSportage
Year2013
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Oct 2025 103,104 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2023 87,905 miles
Fail 18 Oct 2023 87,905 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 21 Oct 2022 79,434 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2021 69,084 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively n/s + o/s (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 17 Oct 2020 62,179 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2019 56,460 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2018 45,457 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2017 37,832 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2016 30,860 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2015 24,562 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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SY13 HLJ is a 2013 Kia Sportage in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 SY13 HLJ, 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 SY13 HLJ?

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What year was SY13 HLJ registered?

SY13 HLJ is a 2013 Kia Sportage, first registered on 22 March 2013.

Is SY13 HLJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for SY13 HLJ shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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