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Black · Diesel · 2013 · 1,685 cc

LM13 FRUMOT history

LM13 FRU is a black diesel Kia Sportage first used on 26 Apr 2013. Its MOT is valid until 23 Mar 2027 and it has passed 11 of 13 MOT tests, with 139,399 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Feb 2026.

LM13 FRU black Kia Sportage – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Kia Sportage, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 23 Mar 2027
Mileage
139,399 mi
At MOT on 24 Feb 2026
MOT tests
13
11 passed · 2 failed
Per year
9,845 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM13 FRU
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
26 Apr 2013
MOT status
MOT valid until 23 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
24 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LM13 FRU was last recorded at 139,399 miles on 24 Feb 2026, 9,496 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
129,903 miles · 20 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
9,496 miles
Average per year
9,845 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 139,399 miles
  • 2025 – 129,903 miles
  • 2024 – 117,784 miles
  • 2023 – 111,724 miles
  • 2022 – 105,957 miles
  • 2021 – 100,348 miles
  • 2020 – 92,051 miles
  • 2019 – 83,149 miles
  • 2018 – 73,342 miles
  • 2017 – 58,688 miles
  • 2016 – 42,582 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass139,399 miles
  • AdvisoryCentral Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Nail in tyre

What MOT advisories mean

Full MOT history

13 tests since 25 Apr 2016, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass139,399 miles (+9,496)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    139,399 miles
    Test number
    946676047922
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Nail in tyre

  2. Pass129,903 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    129,903 miles
    Test number
    760997643788

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail129,903 miles (+12,119)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,903 miles
    Test number
    353794587944
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre slightly out of shape (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass117,784 miles2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    117,784 miles
    Test number
    799365751150
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective condensation (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread cracked (0.1 (b))

  5. Fail117,784 miles (+6,060)1 repaired2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,784 miles
    Test number
    746653458992
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective condensation (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread cracked (0.1 (b))

  6. Pass111,724 miles (+5,767)
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    111,724 miles
    Test number
    183254830420

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass105,957 miles (+5,609)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    105,957 miles
    Test number
    298254967606
    • 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))

  8. Pass100,348 miles (+8,297)
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    100,348 miles
    Test number
    518623573291

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass92,051 miles (+8,902)
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    92,051 miles
    Test number
    423413755473

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass83,149 miles (+9,807)
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2020
    Odometer
    83,149 miles
    Test number
    670842676433

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass73,342 miles (+14,654)
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    73,342 miles
    Test number
    387194203331

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass58,688 miles (+16,106)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    58,688 miles
    Test number
    379282570412
    • AdvisoryEngine cover & under tray fitted
    • AdvisoryFront Both tyres worn edges
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Under tray loose & hanging
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit Both (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both slight (3.5.1i)

  13. Pass42,582 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    42,582 miles
    Test number
    798861552445
    • Advisory1. Engine cover fitted 2. Under tray fitted
    • AdvisoryFront Slight Engine oil leak
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both (3.5.1g)

Questions about LM13 FRU

Does LM13 FRU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LM13 FRU is valid until 23 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on LM13 FRU?
The MOT on LM13 FRU is valid until 23 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LM13 FRU done?
LM13 FRU was recorded at 139,399 miles at its MOT on 24 Feb 2026, an average of 9,845 miles a year.
Has LM13 FRU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM13 FRU has failed 2 of its 13 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Mar 2025.
Has the mileage on LM13 FRU 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 LM13 FRU find?
LM13 FRU passed its latest MOT on 24 Feb 2026 with 2 advisories: central front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread; nearside rear outer nail in tyre.

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