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Blue · Diesel · 2013 · 1,685 cc

LG13 XCUMOT history

LG13 XCU is a blue diesel Kia Carens first used on 12 Apr 2013. Its MOT is valid until 20 Feb 2027 and it has passed 11 of 17 MOT tests, with 88,183 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Feb 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 20 Feb 2027
Mileage
88,183 mi
At MOT on 7 Feb 2026
MOT tests
17
11 passed · 6 failed
Per year
7,070 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LG13 XCU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Kia
Model
Carens
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,685 cc
Year of manufacture
2013
First used
12 Apr 2013
MOT status
MOT valid until 20 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
7 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LG13 XCU was last recorded at 88,183 miles on 7 Feb 2026, 10,017 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
78,166 miles · 4 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
10,017 miles
Average per year
7,070 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 88,183 miles
  • 2025 – 78,166 miles
  • 2024 – 66,849 miles
  • 2023 – 57,259 miles
  • 2022 – 50,168 miles
  • 2021 – 41,102 miles
  • 2020 – 35,597 miles
  • 2019 – 30,156 miles
  • 2018 – 27,391 miles
  • 2017 – 23,551 miles
  • 2016 – 17,416 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass88,183 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Both front tyre treads wearing inner/outer edges

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Rear beam axle bushes have some movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

17 tests since 4 Feb 2016, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass88,183 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    88,183 miles
    Test number
    392215529352

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail88,183 miles (+10,017)2 dangerous2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,183 miles
    Test number
    283062184482
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFront Driver's view of the road through the swept area of the windscreen significantly affected by an obstruction (3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass78,166 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    78,166 miles
    Test number
    266224940564

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail78,166 miles (+11,317)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,166 miles
    Test number
    335740958446
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Pass66,849 miles (+9,590)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    66,849 miles
    Test number
    449325993053
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Upper Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced under body both side (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear axle corroded

  6. Pass57,259 miles (+7,091)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    57,259 miles
    Test number
    144451270433
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  7. Pass50,168 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    50,168 miles
    Test number
    188945425125
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryEngine cover fitted
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  8. Fail50,168 miles (+9,066)1 dangerous4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,168 miles
    Test number
    382766689957
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryEngine cover fitted
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  9. Pass41,102 miles (+5,505)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    41,102 miles
    Test number
    167719961591
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  10. Pass35,597 miles (+7)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    35,597 miles
    Test number
    582985053335
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyre treads wearing inner/outer edges
    • AdvisoryRear beam axle bushes have some movement

  11. Fail35,590 miles (+5,434)1 dangerous5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,590 miles
    Test number
    950250919239
    • DangerousBrake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick both front (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt x 3 rear seat
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyre treads wearing inner/outer edges
    • AdvisoryFar rear seat belts /seats not checked boot full
    • AdvisoryRear beam axle bushes have some movement
    • AdvisorySlight lip on front brake discs

  12. Pass30,156 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    30,156 miles
    Test number
    503890095557

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail30,156 miles (+2,765)1 dangerous1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,156 miles
    Test number
    550616538751
    • DangerousOffside Rear Hydraulic brake calliper leaking and braking performance affected (1.1.16 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake disc contaminated (1.1.14 (b))

  14. Pass27,391 miles (+3,840)
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    27,391 miles
    Test number
    935772736243

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass23,551 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    23,551 miles
    Test number
    336988646555

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail23,551 miles (+6,135)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    23,551 miles
    Test number
    687470641726
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  17. Pass17,416 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    17,416 miles
    Test number
    391773587125

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LG13 XCU

Does LG13 XCU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LG13 XCU is valid until 20 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on LG13 XCU?
The MOT on LG13 XCU is valid until 20 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LG13 XCU done?
LG13 XCU was recorded at 88,183 miles at its MOT on 7 Feb 2026, an average of 7,070 miles a year.
Has LG13 XCU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LG13 XCU has failed 6 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Feb 2026.
Has the mileage on LG13 XCU 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 XCU find?
LG13 XCU passed its latest MOT on 7 Feb 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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