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Black · Diesel · 2013 · 1,995 cc

L13 RNHMOT history

L13 RNH is a black diesel Kia Sportage first used on 16 Sept 2013. Its MOT is valid until 31 May 2027 and it has passed 11 of 14 MOT tests, with 107,652 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 Jun 2026.

L13 RNH black Kia Sportage – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Kia Sportage, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 31 May 2027
Mileage
107,652 mi
At MOT on 1 Jun 2026
MOT tests
14
11 passed · 3 failed
Per year
7,697 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L13 RNH
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Kia
Model
Sportage
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2013
First used
16 Sept 2013
MOT status
MOT valid until 31 May 2027
Latest MOT test
1 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L13 RNH was last recorded at 107,652 miles on 1 Jun 2026, 10,685 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
96,967 miles · 2 May 2025
Between the last two tests
10,685 miles
Average per year
7,697 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 107,652 miles
  • 2025 – 96,967 miles
  • 2024 – 88,918 miles
  • 2023 – 79,413 miles
  • 2022 – 77,619 miles
  • 2021 – 72,181 miles
  • 2020 – 64,859 miles
  • 2019 – 61,402 miles
  • 2018 – 50,706 miles
  • 2017 – 41,794 miles
  • 2016 – 32,317 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass107,652 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • NEARSIDE TAILGATE BODY DAMAGE

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • REAR WIPER BLADE SPLIT

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • STEERING / SUSPENSION COMPONENTS SURFACE CORROSION

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

14 tests since 17 Aug 2016, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass107,652 miles (+10,685)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2027
    Odometer
    107,652 miles
    Test number
    731267141992
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass96,967 miles (+8,049)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2026
    Odometer
    96,967 miles
    Test number
    424662136297
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  3. Pass88,918 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2025
    Odometer
    88,918 miles
    Test number
    936327325574
    • AdvisoryAll steering / suspension components showing signs of corrosion
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Lower arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear assist arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Lower arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear assist arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel Knocking (2.3 (a) (i))

  4. Fail88,918 miles (+9,505)1 repaired7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,918 miles
    Test number
    771610479561
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryAll steering / suspension components showing signs of corrosion
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Lower arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear assist arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Lower arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear assist arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel Knocking (2.3 (a) (i))

  5. Pass79,413 miles (+1)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2024
    Odometer
    79,413 miles
    Test number
    260882907095
    • AdvisoryNEARSIDE TAILGATE BODY DAMAGE
    • AdvisoryREAR WIPER BLADE SPLIT
    • AdvisorySTEERING / SUSPENSION COMPONENTS SURFACE CORROSION

  6. Fail79,412 miles (+1,793)4 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,412 miles
    Test number
    961203780750
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt SPLIT /LEAKING (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour FADED (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt SPLIT / LEAKING (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour FADED (4.4.3 (a))
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view LOWER /CENTER (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNEARSIDE TAILGATE BODY DAMAGE
    • AdvisoryOFFSIDE / NEARSIDE NUMBER PLATE LIGHT LENS CRACKED
    • AdvisoryREAR WIPER BLADE SPLIT
    • AdvisorySTEERING / SUSPENSION COMPONENTS SURFACE CORROSION

  7. Pass77,619 miles (+5,438)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    77,619 miles
    Test number
    873724347142
    • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 235/55/18h Hankook (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass72,181 miles (+7,322)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    72,181 miles
    Test number
    859169073727
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

  9. Pass64,859 miles (+3,457)
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    64,859 miles
    Test number
    889705772070

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass61,402 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    61,402 miles
    Test number
    322360355498

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail61,402 miles (+10,696)1 major1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,402 miles
    Test number
    970957022629
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear parking brake application uneven and low compared to offside.

  12. Pass50,706 miles (+8,912)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    50,706 miles
    Test number
    214482598119
    • AdvisoryChild seat fitted nearside rear
    • AdvisoryFront brake discs lipped/worn

  13. Pass41,794 miles (+9,477)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    41,794 miles
    Test number
    878478527101
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  14. Pass32,317 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    32,317 miles
    Test number
    134697284905

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L13 RNH

Does L13 RNH currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L13 RNH is valid until 31 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on L13 RNH?
The MOT on L13 RNH is valid until 31 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L13 RNH done?
L13 RNH was recorded at 107,652 miles at its MOT on 1 Jun 2026, an average of 7,697 miles a year.
Has L13 RNH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L13 RNH has failed 3 of its 14 MOT tests, most recently on 11 May 2024.
Has the mileage on L13 RNH ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on L13 RNH find?
L13 RNH passed its latest MOT on 1 Jun 2026 with 2 advisories: nearside rear tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing; offside front inner tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge.

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