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Blue · Diesel · 2013 · 1,685 cc

J9 VNKMOT history

J9 VNK is a blue diesel Kia Carens first used on 10 May 2013. Its MOT is valid until 3 Feb 2027 and it has passed 10 of 15 MOT tests, with 113,327 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Jan 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 3 Feb 2027
Mileage
113,327 mi
At MOT on 28 Jan 2026
MOT tests
15
10 passed · 5 failed
Per year
6,861 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
J9 VNK
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Kia
Model
Carens
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,685 cc
Year of manufacture
2013
First used
10 May 2013
MOT status
MOT valid until 3 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
28 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

J9 VNK was last recorded at 113,327 miles on 28 Jan 2026, 4,192 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
109,135 miles · 13 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
4,192 miles
Average per year
6,861 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 113,327 miles
  • 2025 – 109,135 miles
  • 2024 – 104,625 miles
  • 2023 – 97,737 miles
  • 2022 – 90,346 miles
  • 2021 – 84,236 miles
  • 2020 – 80,731 miles
  • 2018 – 72,162 miles
  • 2017 – 61,126 miles
  • 2016 – 49,932 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass113,327 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm ball joint has slight play both front bottom arm ball joints have slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024

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.

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

    Advisory7 MOTs, 2020–2025

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

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2022–2025

Full MOT history

15 tests since 1 Nov 2016, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass113,327 miles (+4,192)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    113,327 miles
    Test number
    130500899036
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm ball joint has slight play both front bottom arm ball joints have slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass109,135 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    109,135 miles
    Test number
    186064421642
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryService brake binding but not excessively Both n/s/f and o/s/r (1.2.1 (f))

  3. Fail109,134 miles (+4,509)1 dangerous1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,134 miles
    Test number
    449742629906
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tyre is 1.86mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryService brake binding but not excessively Both n/s/f and o/s/r (1.2.1 (f))

  4. Pass104,625 miles (+6,888)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    104,625 miles
    Test number
    739862820300
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryManufactures engine and body covers restricting view of components

  5. Pass97,737 miles (+37)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    97,737 miles
    Test number
    484013697497
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  6. Fail97,700 miles (+7,354)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,700 miles
    Test number
    697657448170
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides rear of the vehicle. + pads (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  7. Pass90,346 miles (+2)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    90,346 miles
    Test number
    963012725595
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  8. Fail90,344 miles (+6,108)4 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,344 miles
    Test number
    819291492289
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (both sides of the car) (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Outer Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (both sides of the car) (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  9. Pass84,236 miles (+3,505)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    84,236 miles
    Test number
    714961070346
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  10. Pass80,731 miles (+8,569)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    80,731 miles
    Test number
    530483281400
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge n/s + o/s (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  11. Pass72,162 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    72,162 miles
    Test number
    168943910739
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test

  12. Fail72,162 miles (+11,036)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,162 miles
    Test number
    783296060694
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test

  13. Pass61,126 miles (+11,194)
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    61,126 miles
    Test number
    318798236478

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass49,932 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    49,932 miles
    Test number
    312540929571

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail49,931 miles2 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,931 miles
    Test number
    469892797528
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Questions about J9 VNK

Does J9 VNK currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on J9 VNK is valid until 3 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on J9 VNK?
The MOT on J9 VNK is valid until 3 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has J9 VNK done?
J9 VNK was recorded at 113,327 miles at its MOT on 28 Jan 2026, an average of 6,861 miles a year.
Has J9 VNK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. J9 VNK has failed 5 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Jan 2025.
Has the mileage on J9 VNK 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 J9 VNK find?
J9 VNK passed its latest MOT on 28 Jan 2026 with 2 advisories: front suspension arm ball joint has slight play both front bottom arm ball joints have slight play; rear sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened.

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