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Kia Carens

Red · Diesel · 2006 · 1,991 cc

LA55 FVLMOT history

LA55 FVL is a red diesel Kia Carens first used on 20 Feb 2006. Its MOT is valid until 15 Sept 2027 and it has passed 19 of 28 MOT tests, with 76,309 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Sept 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 15 Sept 2027
Mileage
76,309 mi
At MOT on 3 Sept 2026
MOT tests
28
19 passed · 9 failed
Per year
2,649 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LA55 FVL
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Kia
Model
Carens
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,991 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
20 Feb 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 15 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
3 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LA55 FVL was last recorded at 76,309 miles on 3 Sept 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Sept 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
76,309 miles · 2 Sept 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
2,649 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 76,309 miles
  • 2025 – 75,948 miles
  • 2024 – 75,319 miles
  • 2023 – 75,101 miles
  • 2022 – 74,774 miles
  • 2021 – 74,405 miles
  • 2020 – 73,592 miles
  • 2019 – 73,041 miles
  • 2018 – 70,915 miles
  • 2017 – 67,916 miles
  • 2016 – 64,165 miles
  • 2015 – 63,086 miles
  • 2014 – 61,001 miles
  • 2013 – 55,389 miles
  • 2012 – 49,232 miles
  • 2011 – 43,713 miles
  • 2010 – 37,255 miles
  • 2009 – 29,710 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass76,309 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 the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

Full MOT history

28 tests since 31 Jan 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass76,309 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    76,309 miles
    Test number
    790303064572

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail76,309 miles (+361)4 major1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,309 miles
    Test number
    946620315086
    • MajorNearside Rear Body component insecure (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Rear Body component insecure (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • Repaired at testExhaust emits clearly visible black smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))

  3. Pass75,948 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    75,948 miles
    Test number
    931061080437
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

  4. Fail75,948 miles (+629)3 major1 repaired1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,948 miles
    Test number
    752767099673
    • MajorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • Repaired at testExhaust emits clearly visible black smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

  5. Pass75,319 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    75,319 miles
    Test number
    931583903704
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Fail75,319 miles (+218)2 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,319 miles
    Test number
    978012106211
    • Repaired at testExhaust emits clearly visible black smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
    • Repaired at testFront Service brake imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Pass75,101 miles (+327)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    75,101 miles
    Test number
    709989658375
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNs outer sill corroded

  8. Pass74,774 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    74,774 miles
    Test number
    862202386858

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail74,774 miles (+369)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,774 miles
    Test number
    748918146549
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  10. Pass74,405 miles (+813)
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    74,405 miles
    Test number
    371822851744

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass73,592 miles (+551)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    73,592 miles
    Test number
    765514824486
    • AdvisoryOs rear wheel arch corroded

  12. Pass73,041 miles (+2,126)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    73,041 miles
    Test number
    588047242422
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting corroded but its strength is not seriously reduced (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting corroded but its strength is not seriously reduced (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

  13. Pass70,915 miles (+2,999)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    70,915 miles
    Test number
    992692805419
    • AdvisoryRear drop links worn and need attention

  14. Pass67,916 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    67,916 miles
    Test number
    729210360075

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail67,916 miles (+3,751)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,916 miles
    Test number
    729474206085
    • Repaired at testExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke (7.4.B.3a)

  16. Pass64,165 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    64,165 miles
    Test number
    561555251278

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail64,165 miles (+1,079)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,165 miles
    Test number
    797990285453
    • Repaired at testExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke (7.4.B.3a)
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  18. Pass63,086 miles (+2,085)
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    63,086 miles
    Test number
    326482027376

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass61,001 miles (+12)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    61,001 miles
    Test number
    705105944209
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Fail60,989 miles (+2,130)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,989 miles
    Test number
    426591744228
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  21. Pass58,859 miles (+3,470)
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    58,859 miles
    Test number
    177229734488

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass55,389 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    55,389 miles
    Test number
    145840043078

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail55,389 miles (+6,157)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,389 miles
    Test number
    229620843066
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  24. Pass49,232 miles (+5,519)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    49,232 miles
    Test number
    856778422014
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  25. Pass43,713 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    43,713 miles
    Test number
    347099621050

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail43,713 miles (+6,458)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,713 miles
    Test number
    988059921025
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  27. Pass37,255 miles (+7,545)
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    37,255 miles
    Test number
    850930130067

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass29,710 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    29,710 miles
    Test number
    840651639080

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LA55 FVL

Does LA55 FVL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LA55 FVL is valid until 15 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on LA55 FVL?
The MOT on LA55 FVL is valid until 15 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LA55 FVL done?
LA55 FVL was recorded at 76,309 miles at its MOT on 3 Sept 2026, an average of 2,649 miles a year.
Has LA55 FVL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LA55 FVL has failed 9 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on LA55 FVL 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 LA55 FVL find?
LA55 FVL passed its latest MOT on 3 Sept 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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