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A3 EST

2013 Kia Sportage

White Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Sep 2026
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

118,529 mi
Last recorded118,529 miles
Recorded on24 Sep 2025
Typical for 2013 Kia Sportage64,196 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA3 EST
MakeKia
ModelSportage
Year2013
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Sep 2025 118,529 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2024 111,499 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2024 111,494 miles

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

Pass 14 Sep 2023 102,590 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2022 92,870 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2021 84,084 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2021 84,069 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 14 Sep 2020 75,729 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2019 67,698 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2018 56,343 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2017 44,626 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2016 33,594 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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A3 EST is a 2013 Kia Sportage in White with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 A3 EST, 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 A3 EST?

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What year was A3 EST registered?

A3 EST is a 2013 Kia Sportage, first registered on 30 September 2013.

Is A3 EST safe to buy?

The MOT history for A3 EST shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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