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Silver · Diesel · 2016 · 1,685 cc

L88 LMFMOT history

L88 LMF is a silver diesel Kia Carens first used on 29 Jan 2016. Its MOT is valid until 3 Jul 2027 and it has passed 9 of 14 MOT tests, with 62,802 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Jul 2026.

L88 LMF silver Kia Carens – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Kia Carens, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 3 Jul 2027
Mileage
62,802 mi
At MOT on 2 Jul 2026
MOT tests
14
9 passed · 5 failed
Per year
6,202 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L88 LMF
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Kia
Model
Carens
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,685 cc
Year of manufacture
2016
First used
29 Jan 2016
MOT status
MOT valid until 3 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
2 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L88 LMF was last recorded at 62,802 miles on 2 Jul 2026, 7,917 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
54,885 miles · 1 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
7,917 miles
Average per year
6,202 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 62,802 miles
  • 2025 – 54,885 miles
  • 2024 – 48,491 miles
  • 2023 – 41,486 miles
  • 2022 – 32,432 miles
  • 2021 – 27,256 miles
  • 2020 – 22,989 miles
  • 2019 – 16,779 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass62,802 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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 Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin both

    Advisory2 MOTs, 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

  • Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

14 tests since 25 Jan 2019, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass62,802 miles (+7,917)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    62,802 miles
    Test number
    460739450550

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass54,885 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    54,885 miles
    Test number
    294963611834
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin both (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  3. Fail54,885 miles (+6,394)1 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,885 miles
    Test number
    972197430684
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin both (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  4. Pass48,491 miles (+7,005)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    48,491 miles
    Test number
    890714577569
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  5. Pass41,486 miles (+963)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    41,486 miles
    Test number
    894770500475

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass40,523 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    40,523 miles
    Test number
    861003760957

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail40,523 miles (+8,091)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,523 miles
    Test number
    827304872573
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
  8. Pass32,432 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    32,432 miles
    Test number
    798209134881

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail32,432 miles (+5,176)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,432 miles
    Test number
    607874123288
    • DangerousOffside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre worn to 3mm bald on inner with cuts in the tread face 225/45R17 (5.2.3 (e))
  10. Pass27,256 miles (+4,267)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    27,256 miles
    Test number
    265934172065
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  11. Pass22,989 miles (+6,210)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    22,989 miles
    Test number
    213975271326
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
  12. Pass16,779 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    16,779 miles
    Test number
    694708385651
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
  13. Fail16,779 miles (+78)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    16,779 miles
    Test number
    628055534613
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
  14. Fail16,701 miles1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    16,701 miles
    Test number
    843758826953
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Questions about L88 LMF

Does L88 LMF currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L88 LMF is valid until 3 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on L88 LMF?
The MOT on L88 LMF is valid until 3 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L88 LMF done?
L88 LMF was recorded at 62,802 miles at its MOT on 2 Jul 2026, an average of 6,202 miles a year.
Has L88 LMF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L88 LMF has failed 5 of its 14 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Jun 2025.
Has the mileage on L88 LMF 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 L88 LMF find?
L88 LMF passed its latest MOT on 2 Jul 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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