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Kia Carens

Blue · Diesel · 2013 · 1,685 cc

LG13 XDBMOT history

LG13 XDB is a blue diesel Kia Carens first used on 12 Apr 2013. Its MOT is valid until 20 Aug 2027 and it has passed 12 of 17 MOT tests, with 97,766 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Aug 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 20 Aug 2027
Mileage
97,766 mi
At MOT on 21 Aug 2026
MOT tests
17
12 passed · 5 failed
Per year
7,446 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LG13 XDB
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 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
21 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LG13 XDB was last recorded at 97,766 miles on 21 Aug 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Aug 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
97,766 miles · 20 Aug 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
7,446 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 97,766 miles
  • 2025 – 88,435 miles
  • 2024 – 82,672 miles
  • 2023 – 76,862 miles
  • 2022 – 72,805 miles
  • 2021 – 61,554 miles
  • 2020 – 54,606 miles
  • 2019 – 45,366 miles
  • 2018 – 38,185 miles
  • 2017 – 28,994 miles
  • 2016 – 20,543 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass97,766 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisorySpare wheel slightly looseRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

  • Front Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 4mm tread depth remaining.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

17 tests since 7 Apr 2016, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass97,766 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    97,766 miles
    Test number
    809221044255
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisorySpare wheel slightly loose

  2. Fail97,766 miles (+9,331)1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,766 miles
    Test number
    257775999101
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisorySpare wheel slightly loose

  3. Pass88,435 miles (+5,763)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    88,435 miles
    Test number
    183609992496
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront steering wheel play

  4. Pass82,672 miles (+5,810)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    82,672 miles
    Test number
    185116062611
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront play in steering wheel
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge cracking (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass76,862 miles (+2)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    76,862 miles
    Test number
    217632948376
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Steering column universal joint has slight wear or play (2.2.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 4mm tread depth remaining. (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Fail76,860 miles (+4,055)1 dangerous1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,860 miles
    Test number
    785354399740
    • DangerousCentral Front Fluid leaking continuously posing a serious risk to road safety Diesel leak from engine-dripping when engine on. (8.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Steering column has excessive movement up and down Lower steering column loose on steering rack connection in o/s/f footwell. (2.2.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm tread depth remaining. (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 4mm tread depth remaining. (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass72,805 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    72,805 miles
    Test number
    811629531132

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail72,805 miles (+714)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,805 miles
    Test number
    450579666969
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass72,091 miles9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    72,091 miles
    Test number
    655902427277
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm modified but not seriously weakened Wishbone bush split not resulting in movement (5.3.3 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Axle bush split not resulting in movement
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm modified but not seriously weakened Osf wishbone bush split no movement (5.3.3 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Axle bush split not resulting in excessive movement
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Rear number plate discoloured (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel Play in steering rack (2.3 (a) (i))

  10. Fail72,091 miles (+10,537)2 major2 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,091 miles
    Test number
    730633269324
    • MajorNearside Brake pipe excessively corroded Near side front to rear excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Brake pipe excessively corroded Offside front to rear brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm modified but not seriously weakened Wishbone bush split not resulting in movement (5.3.3 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Axle bush split not resulting in movement
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm modified but not seriously weakened Osf wishbone bush split no movement (5.3.3 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Axle bush split not resulting in excessive movement
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Rear number plate discoloured (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel Play in steering rack (2.3 (a) (i))

  11. Pass61,554 miles (+6,948)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    61,554 miles
    Test number
    730877317942
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  12. Pass54,606 miles (+9,240)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    54,606 miles
    Test number
    400624725321
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  13. Pass45,366 miles (+7,181)
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    45,366 miles
    Test number
    611170513960

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass38,185 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    38,185 miles
    Test number
    667717271747
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

  15. Fail38,182 miles (+9,188)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,182 miles
    Test number
    721648517117
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

  16. Pass28,994 miles (+8,451)
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    28,994 miles
    Test number
    339620315563

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass20,543 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    20,543 miles
    Test number
    265789028065

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LG13 XDB

Does LG13 XDB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LG13 XDB is valid until 20 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on LG13 XDB?
The MOT on LG13 XDB is valid until 20 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LG13 XDB done?
LG13 XDB was recorded at 97,766 miles at its MOT on 21 Aug 2026, an average of 7,446 miles a year.
Has LG13 XDB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LG13 XDB has failed 5 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Aug 2026.
Has the mileage on LG13 XDB 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 XDB find?
LG13 XDB passed its latest MOT on 21 Aug 2026 with 5 advisories: nearside rear shock absorbers has light misting of oil; offside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; offside rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened, and 2 more.

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