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Black · Diesel · 2013 · 1,685 cc

LG13 UWBMOT history

LG13 UWB is a black diesel Kia Sportage first used on 16 Apr 2013. Its MOT expired on 13 May 2026 and it has passed 10 of 15 MOT tests, with 153,035 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 30 Apr 2026.

LG13 UWB black Kia Sportage – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 13 May 2026
Mileage
153,035 mi
At MOT on 30 Apr 2026
MOT tests
15
10 passed · 5 failed
Per year
10,700 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LG13 UWB
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Kia
Model
Sportage
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,685 cc
Year of manufacture
2013
First used
16 Apr 2013
MOT status
MOT expired on 13 May 2026
Latest MOT test
30 Apr 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

LG13 UWB was last recorded at 153,035 miles on 30 Apr 2026, 8,629 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
144,406 miles · 14 May 2025
Between the last two tests
8,629 miles
Average per year
10,700 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 153,035 miles
  • 2025 – 144,406 miles
  • 2024 – 137,977 miles
  • 2023 – 129,462 miles
  • 2022 – 124,044 miles
  • 2021 – 117,688 miles
  • 2020 – 113,823 miles
  • 2019 – 99,853 miles
  • 2018 – 84,665 miles
  • 2017 – 65,650 miles
  • 2016 – 45,553 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail153,035 miles
  • DangerousNearside Front Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • MajorBrake fluid significantly below minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Rear Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear light unit slightly damaged
  • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

What MOT failures 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 Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor2 MOTs, 2025

  • Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

15 tests since 13 Apr 2016, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail153,035 miles (+8,629)1 dangerous5 major2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    153,035 miles
    Test number
    943420087120
    • DangerousNearside Front Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorBrake fluid significantly below minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear light unit slightly damaged
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
  2. Pass144,406 miles (+1)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2026
    Odometer
    144,406 miles
    Test number
    768981923261
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
  3. Fail144,405 miles (+6,428)6 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,405 miles
    Test number
    987650095311
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Parking brake efficiency below requirements both (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
  4. Pass137,977 miles1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2025
    Odometer
    137,977 miles
    Test number
    708679242409
    • MinorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Trailing arm bush (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 Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Trailing arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  5. Fail137,977 miles (+8,515)1 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,977 miles
    Test number
    511176302796
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Trailing arm bush (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 Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Trailing arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  6. Pass129,462 miles (+5,418)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2024
    Odometer
    129,462 miles
    Test number
    122937451604
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  7. Pass124,044 miles1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2023
    Odometer
    124,044 miles
    Test number
    655528825099
    • MinorOffside 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 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  8. Fail124,040 miles (+6,352)1 dangerous1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,040 miles
    Test number
    876673132344
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MinorOffside 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 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  9. Pass117,688 miles (+3,865)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2022
    Odometer
    117,688 miles
    Test number
    912344528804
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play very slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively both rears (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  10. Pass113,823 miles (+13,970)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    113,823 miles
    Test number
    847168427935
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  11. Pass99,853 miles (+15,188)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    99,853 miles
    Test number
    569966489839
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  12. Pass84,665 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    84,665 miles
    Test number
    721309892458

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail84,664 miles (+19,014)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,664 miles
    Test number
    235832459221
    • MajorNearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
  14. Pass65,650 miles (+20,097)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    65,650 miles
    Test number
    462617537801
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  15. Pass45,553 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    45,553 miles
    Test number
    711026068872
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin rear pads (3.5.1g)

Questions about LG13 UWB

Does LG13 UWB currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LG13 UWB expired on 13 May 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LG13 UWB?
The MOT on LG13 UWB expired on 13 May 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LG13 UWB done?
LG13 UWB was recorded at 153,035 miles at its MOT on 30 Apr 2026, an average of 10,700 miles a year.
Has LG13 UWB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LG13 UWB has failed 5 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on LG13 UWB 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 LG13 UWB find?
LG13 UWB failed its latest MOT on 30 Apr 2026 with 1 dangerous defect, 5 major defects, 2 minor defects and 6 advisories: nearside front inner brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick; brake fluid significantly below minimum mark; nearside front lower suspension arm ball joint excessively worn, and 11 more.

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