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TNZ 4981

2013 Kia Sportage

White Diesel 1685cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Dec 2026
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

74,847 mi
Last recorded74,847 miles
Recorded on5 Dec 2025
Typical for 2013 Kia Sportage64,196 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTNZ 4981
MakeKia
ModelSportage
Year2013
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,685cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Dec 2025 74,847 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2024 66,911 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2023 61,209 miles
Fail 1 Dec 2023 61,209 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 30 Dec 2022 55,418 miles
Fail 30 Dec 2022 55,418 miles

Central Rear Seat belt buckle not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (d))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers likely to become detached (5.3.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 4 Jan 2022 44,703 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 30 Dec 2019 34,112 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2018 26,831 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2017 18,767 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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TNZ 4981 is a 2013 Kia Sportage in White with a 1,685cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 TNZ 4981, 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 TNZ 4981 registered?

TNZ 4981 is a 2013 Kia Sportage, first registered on 7 December 2013.

Is TNZ 4981 safe to buy?

The MOT history for TNZ 4981 shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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