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White · Diesel · 2013 · 1,685 cc

LS13 FBFMOT history

LS13 FBF is a white diesel Kia Sportage first used on 30 Apr 2013. Its MOT is valid until 16 Apr 2027 and it has passed 10 of 17 MOT tests, with 160,413 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Apr 2026.

LS13 FBF white Kia Sportage – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Kia Sportage, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 16 Apr 2027
Mileage
160,413 mi
At MOT on 17 Apr 2026
MOT tests
17
10 passed · 7 failed
Per year
13,709 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS13 FBF
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Kia
Model
Sportage
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,685 cc
Year of manufacture
2013
First used
30 Apr 2013
MOT status
MOT valid until 16 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
17 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS13 FBF was last recorded at 160,413 miles on 17 Apr 2026, 9,564 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
150,849 miles · 14 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
9,564 miles
Average per year
13,709 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 160,413 miles
  • 2025 – 150,849 miles
  • 2024 – 142,742 miles
  • 2023 – 134,270 miles
  • 2022 – 117,452 miles
  • 2020 – 97,346 miles
  • 2019 – 78,221 miles
  • 2018 – 57,624 miles
  • 2017 – 38,338 miles
  • 2016 – 22,708 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass160,413 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive rear intercooler pipe (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.2mm tread (5.2.3 (e))

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 Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front & rear bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt

    Minor2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 235/55/18

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front & rear bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt

    Minor2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Rear Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light Cracked

    Minor2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

17 tests since 31 Mar 2016, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass160,413 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    160,413 miles
    Test number
    240236040454
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive rear intercooler pipe (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.2mm tread (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Fail160,413 miles (+9,564)1 dangerous2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    160,413 miles
    Test number
    847641148098
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 1.2mm tread (5.2.3 (e))
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps bulb (4.7.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps bulb (4.7.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive rear intercooler pipe (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.2mm tread (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass150,849 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    150,849 miles
    Test number
    929332329301
    • AdvisoryFront Lower under tray fitted
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Fail150,849 miles (+8,107)1 dangerous3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    150,849 miles
    Test number
    488410354678
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorBrake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
    • MajorRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps both (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower under tray fitted
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass142,742 miles (+1)3 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    142,742 miles
    Test number
    410918858545
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light Cracked (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front & rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 235/55/18 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front & rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 235/55/18 (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Fail142,741 miles (+8,471)3 major3 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,741 miles
    Test number
    937161758988
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light Cracked (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front & rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 235/55/18 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front & rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 235/55/18 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Excessively corroded/pitted (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass134,270 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    134,270 miles
    Test number
    116407061907

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail134,270 miles (+160)4 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,270 miles
    Test number
    366660986468
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Parking (secondary brake) on a single line braking system grabbing severely (1.3.1 (c))
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

  9. Fail134,110 miles (+16,658)4 major2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,110 miles
    Test number
    567064020963
    • MajorOffside Parking brake inoperative on one side very low effort (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (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 Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  10. Pass117,452 miles (+20,106)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    117,452 miles
    Test number
    665749442483
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  11. Pass97,346 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    97,346 miles
    Test number
    555664742242

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail97,346 miles (+19,125)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,346 miles
    Test number
    296907160297
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  13. Pass78,221 miles (+20,597)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    78,221 miles
    Test number
    314384538825
    • 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))

  14. Pass57,624 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    57,624 miles
    Test number
    303567811419

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail57,624 miles (+19,286)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,624 miles
    Test number
    453828947662
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 1 (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  16. Pass38,338 miles (+15,630)
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    38,338 miles
    Test number
    389303340131

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass22,708 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    22,708 miles
    Test number
    202212441194

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LS13 FBF

Does LS13 FBF currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LS13 FBF is valid until 16 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on LS13 FBF?
The MOT on LS13 FBF is valid until 16 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LS13 FBF done?
LS13 FBF was recorded at 160,413 miles at its MOT on 17 Apr 2026, an average of 13,709 miles a year.
Has LS13 FBF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS13 FBF has failed 7 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on LS13 FBF 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 LS13 FBF find?
LS13 FBF passed its latest MOT on 17 Apr 2026 with 2 advisories: front oil leak, but not excessive rear intercooler pipe; offside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.2mm tread.

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