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Kia Carens

Silver · Diesel · 2008 · 1,991 cc

LB08 DOAMOT history

LB08 DOA is a silver diesel Kia Carens first used on 4 Jun 2008. Its MOT expired on 2 Aug 2023 and it has passed 12 of 18 MOT tests, with 126,747 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Aug 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 2 Aug 2023
Mileage
126,747 mi
At MOT on 3 Aug 2022
MOT tests
18
12 passed · 6 failed
Per year
9,221 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB08 DOA
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Kia
Model
Carens
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,991 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
4 Jun 2008
MOT status
MOT expired on 2 Aug 2023
Latest MOT test
3 Aug 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB08 DOA was last recorded at 126,747 miles on 3 Aug 2022, 4 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Jul 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
126,743 miles · 5 Jul 2022
Between the last two tests
4 miles
Average per year
9,221 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 126,747 miles
  • 2021 – 114,792 miles
  • 2020 – 106,692 miles
  • 2019 – 99,888 miles
  • 2018 – 90,515 miles
  • 2017 – 82,663 miles
  • 2016 – 73,534 miles
  • 2015 – 65,471 miles
  • 2014 – 56,261 miles
  • 2013 – 46,223 miles
  • 2012 – 34,605 miles
  • 2011 – 23,724 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass126,747 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.

  • Front brake pads getting low

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011–2016

Full MOT history

18 tests since 1 Jun 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass126,747 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    126,747 miles
    Test number
    916984527830

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail126,743 miles (+11,951)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,743 miles
    Test number
    768651747924
    • MajorNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth o/s & n/s upper track control arms starting to corroded.

  3. Pass114,792 miles (+3)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    114,792 miles
    Test number
    112318000684
    • AdvisoryFront brake pads getting low

  4. Fail114,789 miles (+8,097)4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,789 miles
    Test number
    910902930256
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded near flexi hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn lower swivel (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded near flexi hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront brake pads getting low

  5. Pass106,692 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    106,692 miles
    Test number
    931577733690
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres worn on edges and tread depths getting low at 3mm
    • AdvisoryO/s/r brake rubbing slightly

  6. Fail106,692 miles (+6,804)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,692 miles
    Test number
    327266512530
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres worn on edges and tread depths getting low at 3mm
    • AdvisoryO/s/r brake rubbing slightly

  7. Pass99,888 miles (+9,373)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2020
    Odometer
    99,888 miles
    Test number
    307629324152
    • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  8. Pass90,515 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    90,515 miles
    Test number
    761844586258

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail90,511 miles (+7,848)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,511 miles
    Test number
    132313294224
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment Foot operated parking brake (1.1.6 (c))

  10. Pass82,663 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    82,663 miles
    Test number
    455994494762

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail82,660 miles (+9,126)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,660 miles
    Test number
    826320227190
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  12. Pass73,534 miles (+8,063)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    73,534 miles
    Test number
    814969228283
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryClutch pedal rubber missing

  13. Pass65,471 miles (+9,210)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    65,471 miles
    Test number
    548231295157

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail56,261 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,261 miles
    Test number
    467072204279
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  15. Pass56,261 miles (+10,038)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    56,261 miles
    Test number
    596762504255

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass46,223 miles (+11,618)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    46,223 miles
    Test number
    967650913224

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass34,605 miles (+10,881)1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    34,605 miles
    Test number
    237351082443
    • NoteUnable to carry out full check on middle row of seat belts due to child seats fitted

  18. Pass23,724 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    23,724 miles
    Test number
    385502451182
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Questions about LB08 DOA

Does LB08 DOA currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB08 DOA expired on 2 Aug 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB08 DOA?
The MOT on LB08 DOA expired on 2 Aug 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB08 DOA done?
LB08 DOA was recorded at 126,747 miles at its MOT on 3 Aug 2022, an average of 9,221 miles a year.
Has LB08 DOA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB08 DOA has failed 6 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Jul 2022.
Has the mileage on LB08 DOA 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 LB08 DOA find?
LB08 DOA passed its latest MOT on 3 Aug 2022 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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