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Kia Carens

Red · Diesel · 2006 · 1,991 cc

LA55 FVNMOT history

LA55 FVN is a red diesel Kia Carens first used on 15 Feb 2006. Its MOT expired on 27 Apr 2024 and it has passed 15 of 24 MOT tests, with 96,882 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 26 Apr 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 27 Apr 2024
Mileage
96,882 mi
At MOT on 26 Apr 2023
MOT tests
24
15 passed · 9 failed
Per year
5,389 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LA55 FVN
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
15 Feb 2006
MOT status
MOT expired on 27 Apr 2024
Latest MOT test
26 Apr 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

LA55 FVN was last recorded at 96,882 miles on 26 Apr 2023, 4 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Apr 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
96,878 miles · 21 Apr 2023
Between the last two tests
4 miles
Average per year
5,389 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 96,882 miles
  • 2022 – 94,298 miles
  • 2021 – 93,534 miles
  • 2020 – 91,793 miles
  • 2019 – 88,751 miles
  • 2018 – 82,477 miles
  • 2017 – 75,431 miles
  • 2016 – 68,188 miles
  • 2015 – 59,470 miles
  • 2014 – 47,992 miles
  • 2013 – 42,912 miles
  • 2012 – 36,203 miles
  • 2011 – 29,295 miles
  • 2010 – 21,368 miles
  • 2009 – 20,322 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass96,882 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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Parking brake efficiency below requirements

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2020

Full MOT history

24 tests since 9 Feb 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass96,882 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    96,882 miles
    Test number
    619821467444

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail96,878 miles (+2,580)1 dangerous1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,878 miles
    Test number
    800094029598
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorFront Service brake imbalanced across an axle 35% (1.2.1 (b) (i))

  3. Pass94,298 miles (+764)
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    94,298 miles
    Test number
    885932728585

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass93,534 miles (+1,741)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    93,534 miles
    Test number
    651616775914
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Pass91,793 miles (+5)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2021
    Odometer
    91,793 miles
    Test number
    874447347345
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Fail91,788 miles (+3,037)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,788 miles
    Test number
    173595265261
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass88,751 miles (+60)
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    88,751 miles
    Test number
    696699421879

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail88,691 miles (+6,214)4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,691 miles
    Test number
    443536461033
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryGearbox mounting defective bracket broken and bolts coming loose

  9. Pass82,477 miles (+75)
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    82,477 miles
    Test number
    710470293944

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail82,402 miles (+6,971)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,402 miles
    Test number
    698957101130
    • FailureFuel system component leaking fuel filter area (7.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  11. Pass75,431 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    75,431 miles
    Test number
    539172855100

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail75,431 miles (+7,243)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,431 miles
    Test number
    879889080197
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  13. Pass68,188 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    68,188 miles
    Test number
    503790582122
    • AdvisoryHandbrake only just meets standard required

  14. Fail68,188 miles (+8,718)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,188 miles
    Test number
    213136747347
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryHandbrake only just meets standard required

  15. Pass59,470 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    59,470 miles
    Test number
    338304305180

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail59,470 miles (+11,478)3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,470 miles
    Test number
    886354905156
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  17. Pass47,992 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    47,992 miles
    Test number
    585094694053

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail47,992 miles (+5,080)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,992 miles
    Test number
    975964194073
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

  19. Pass42,912 miles (+6,709)2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    42,912 miles
    Test number
    925858893025
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteFront tyre`s deteriorated
    • NoteOffside front tyre wearing on inner edge
    • NoteOffside rear tyre deteriorated

  20. Pass36,203 miles (+63)
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    36,203 miles
    Test number
    809587702125

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail36,140 miles (+6,845)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,140 miles
    Test number
    835794302155
    • FailureFront registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailurePower steering fluid level below minimum (2.3.1)
    • FailureRear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

  22. Pass29,295 miles (+7,927)
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    29,295 miles
    Test number
    509259201188

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass21,368 miles (+1,046)1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    21,368 miles
    Test number
    113567710102
    • NoteDamage to screen out of swept - requires new screen

  24. Pass20,322 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    20,322 miles
    Test number
    392950449023

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LA55 FVN

Does LA55 FVN currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LA55 FVN expired on 27 Apr 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LA55 FVN?
The MOT on LA55 FVN expired on 27 Apr 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LA55 FVN done?
LA55 FVN was recorded at 96,882 miles at its MOT on 26 Apr 2023, an average of 5,389 miles a year.
Has LA55 FVN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LA55 FVN has failed 9 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Apr 2023.
Has the mileage on LA55 FVN 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 FVN find?
LA55 FVN passed its latest MOT on 26 Apr 2023 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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