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2013 KIA Sportage 2.0L Diesel · SW13 TYH

SW13 TYH

2013 KIA Sportage (2.0L, diesel). First registered 01 Aug 2013. Recorded mileage 27,770 miles. MOT valid until 26 Aug 2027. Taxed until 01 Aug 2027. No outstanding manufacturer safety recalls recorded.

Make & Model
KIA SPORTAGE
Year / Origin
2013 · Aberdeen
Safety Recall
None Outstanding
MOT Status
Valid until 26 Aug 2027
Road Tax
Taxed (01 Aug 2027)
Recorded Mileage
27,770 mi
ULEZ Compliance
Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
Fuel & Engine
DIESEL · 2.0L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults
MOT Status
Valid
Valid until 26 Aug 2027
Tax Status
Taxed
Tax due 01 Aug 2027
Fuel Type
DIESEL
Year
2013
Engine
1995cc

SW13 TYH Key Findings

  • 5 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 18/08/2026
  • 27,770 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 2 historical MOT failures
  • No defects recorded at the latest MOT
  • Recurring suspension items (2 mentions)

Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
75
/ 100 · Good
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good

This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.

✓ Valid MOT
✓ Taxed
! Average MOT pass rate (60%)
! Older vehicle
✓ No outstanding recalls
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First registered by authorized UK dealer network.

Type Approval:M1
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Export Status:NOT EXPORTED
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SCRAPPED RECORD

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SW13 TYH Mileage History

  1. 20/08/202424,618 mi
  2. 20/08/202424,618 mi
  3. 19/08/202526,254 mi+1,636 mi
  4. 17/08/202627,749 mi+1,495 mi
  5. 18/08/202627,770 mi+21 mi

Average of roughly 1,581 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

SW13 TYH MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 29 Aug 2026, 17:22
MOT Analysis

Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2013 Kia Sportage (SW13 TYH) between August 2024 and August 2026.

The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.

The most recent test on 18 August 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (2 issues), Steering (2 issues), Tyres (1 issue), Brakes (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 6 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.

Recorded failure items include: “Offside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevent”; “Nearside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer preven”; “Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed within cracks at edge of tread area (5.2.3 (d) (ii))”.

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