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Black · Diesel · 2014 · 1,685 cc

L1 XYBMOT history

L1 XYB is a black diesel Kia Carens first used on 1 Sept 2014. Its MOT is valid until 8 Jan 2027 and it has passed 8 of 10 MOT tests, with 107,973 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Dec 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 8 Jan 2027
Mileage
107,973 mi
At MOT on 18 Dec 2025
MOT tests
10
8 passed · 2 failed
Per year
9,201 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L1 XYB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Kia
Model
Carens
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,685 cc
Year of manufacture
2014
First used
1 Sept 2014
MOT status
MOT valid until 8 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
18 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

L1 XYB was last recorded at 107,973 miles on 18 Dec 2025, 14,378 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
93,595 miles · 8 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
14,378 miles
Average per year
9,201 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 107,973 miles
  • 2024 – 79,613 miles
  • 2022 – 74,508 miles
  • 2021 – 67,550 miles
  • 2020 – 61,789 miles
  • 2019 – 53,572 miles
  • 2017 – 31,994 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass107,973 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner surface (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (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 Rear Bump stop worn

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

Full MOT history

10 tests since 15 Sept 2017, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass107,973 miles (+14,378)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    107,973 miles
    Test number
    279654598164
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner surface (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass93,595 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    93,595 miles
    Test number
    597808643499
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Fail93,595 miles (+13,982)2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,595 miles
    Test number
    754531247123
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass79,613 miles (+5,105)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    79,613 miles
    Test number
    454110424193

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass74,508 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    74,508 miles
    Test number
    100271546644
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Bump stop worn
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Fail74,508 miles (+6,958)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,508 miles
    Test number
    357882637641
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Bump stop worn
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass67,550 miles (+5,761)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    67,550 miles
    Test number
    317749798261
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Windscreen chipped (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Boot full not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Boot full not allowing full inspection of adult belt (3rd row)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Bump stop worn
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Boot full not allowing full inspection of adult belt (3rd row)

  8. Pass61,789 miles (+8,217)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    61,789 miles
    Test number
    371170808737
    • AdvisoryBOTH REAR SEAT BELTS NOT CHECKED BOOT FULL
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge BOTH FRONT TYRES WEARING ON INNER AND OUTER EDGES (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass53,572 miles (+21,578)
    MOT expiry
    27 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    53,572 miles
    Test number
    204126786440

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass31,994 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    31,994 miles
    Test number
    135390535345
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about L1 XYB

Does L1 XYB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L1 XYB is valid until 8 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on L1 XYB?
The MOT on L1 XYB is valid until 8 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L1 XYB done?
L1 XYB was recorded at 107,973 miles at its MOT on 18 Dec 2025, an average of 9,201 miles a year.
Has L1 XYB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L1 XYB has failed 2 of its 10 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Jan 2025.
Has the mileage on L1 XYB 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 L1 XYB find?
L1 XYB passed its latest MOT on 18 Dec 2025 with 4 advisories: nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge; nearside rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner surface; offside front lower suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush, and 1 more.

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