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Ford Kuga

Blue · Diesel · 2011 · 1,997 cc

LM54 GLMMOT history

LM54 GLM is a blue diesel Ford Kuga first used on 14 Oct 2011. Its MOT is valid until 16 Oct 2027 and it has passed 13 of 20 MOT tests, with 135,359 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Oct 2026.

LM54 GLM blue Ford Kuga – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Ford Kuga, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 16 Oct 2027
Mileage
135,359 mi
At MOT on 14 Oct 2026
MOT tests
20
13 passed · 7 failed
Per year
9,088 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM54 GLM
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Kuga
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,997 cc
Year of manufacture
2011
First used
14 Oct 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 16 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
14 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LM54 GLM was last recorded at 135,359 miles on 14 Oct 2026, 1 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Oct 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
135,358 miles · 12 Oct 2026
Between the last two tests
1 miles
Average per year
9,088 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 135,359 miles
  • 2025 – 129,693 miles
  • 2024 – 123,588 miles
  • 2023 – 119,935 miles
  • 2022 – 114,021 miles
  • 2021 – 109,166 miles
  • 2020 – 102,801 miles
  • 2019 – 95,828 miles
  • 2018 – 88,553 miles
  • 2017 – 76,323 miles
  • 2016 – 59,588 miles
  • 2015 – 42,870 miles
  • 2014 – 26,280 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass135,359 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult beltRecorded 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.

  • Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2025

  • Nearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Offside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2024–2025

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

20 tests since 13 Oct 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass135,359 miles (+1)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    135,359 miles
    Test number
    213289918306
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  2. Fail135,358 miles (+5,665)2 dangerous2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,358 miles
    Test number
    908419785508
    • DangerousOffside Front Wheel bearing so rough it is likely to overheat or break up (5.1.3 (b) (ii))
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryCentral heat shield fouling on propshaft
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  3. Pass129,693 miles (+1)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    129,693 miles
    Test number
    534967494533
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Fail129,692 miles (+6,104)1 dangerous4 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,692 miles
    Test number
    250717828484
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorExhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Pass123,588 miles (+13)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    123,588 miles
    Test number
    741772151522
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension rod corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension rod corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  6. Fail123,575 miles (+3,640)2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,575 miles
    Test number
    425381017766
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords outer wall damaged (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt insecure (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension rod corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension rod corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  7. Pass119,935 miles (+5,914)
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    119,935 miles
    Test number
    769966450369

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass114,021 miles (+4,855)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    114,021 miles
    Test number
    206497179809
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  9. Pass109,166 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    109,166 miles
    Test number
    145539037395
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  10. Fail109,166 miles (+6,365)2 dangerous1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,166 miles
    Test number
    748606251441
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  11. Pass102,801 miles (+20)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    102,801 miles
    Test number
    631149184397
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  12. Fail102,781 miles (+6,953)1 dangerous2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,781 miles
    Test number
    194762655540
    • DangerousOffside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  13. Pass95,828 miles (+7,275)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    95,828 miles
    Test number
    900505358632
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  14. Pass88,553 miles (+12,230)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    88,553 miles
    Test number
    705919055113
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect suspension strut (5.3.2 (b))

  15. Pass76,323 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    76,323 miles
    Test number
    673966669462

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail76,323 miles (+16,735)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,323 miles
    Test number
    706321209835
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass59,588 miles (+16,718)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    59,588 miles
    Test number
    997595764643
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit both (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass42,870 miles (+16,590)
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    42,870 miles
    Test number
    867982558413

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass26,280 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    26,280 miles
    Test number
    668486484264
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  20. Fail26,280 miles1 repaired2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    26,280 miles
    Test number
    867266384228
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Questions about LM54 GLM

Does LM54 GLM currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LM54 GLM is valid until 16 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on LM54 GLM?
The MOT on LM54 GLM is valid until 16 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LM54 GLM done?
LM54 GLM was recorded at 135,359 miles at its MOT on 14 Oct 2026, an average of 9,088 miles a year.
Has LM54 GLM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM54 GLM has failed 7 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Oct 2026.
Has the mileage on LM54 GLM 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 LM54 GLM find?
LM54 GLM passed its latest MOT on 14 Oct 2026 with 2 advisories: offside front shock absorbers has light misting of oil; rear child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt.

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