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VK63 ZKA

2013 Kia Sportage

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Aug 2025
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

178,816 mi
Last recorded178,816 miles
Recorded on28 Aug 2024
Typical for 2013 Kia Sportage64,196 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVK63 ZKA
MakeKia
ModelSportage
Year2013
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Aug 2024 178,816 miles
Fail 28 Aug 2024 178,816 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively x 2 fit new wiper blads and make work (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam fit new head ligth bud and make work (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working re new stop ligth bud and mad make work (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps x 2 fit new number plade buds and make work (4.7.2 (a))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 25 Aug 2023 171,779 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Aug 2022 158,240 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2021 143,677 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

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

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 11 Aug 2021 143,644 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

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

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Jul 2020 131,406 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2018 111,909 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2017 95,995 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 19 Dec 2016 85,114 miles

Rear Oil leak diff unit ()

engine oil level low

Fail 19 Dec 2016 85,114 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Rear Oil leak diff unit ()

engine oil level low

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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VK63 ZKA 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 72.7%.

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 VK63 ZKA, 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 VK63 ZKA registered?

VK63 ZKA is a 2013 Kia Sportage, first registered on 23 November 2013.

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