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Grey · Diesel · 2008 · 1,991 cc

LB08 WKZMOT history

LB08 WKZ is a grey diesel Kia Carens first used on 2 Jul 2008. Its MOT is valid until 9 Mar 2027 and it has passed 15 of 22 MOT tests, with 125,391 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Mar 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 9 Mar 2027
Mileage
125,391 mi
At MOT on 10 Mar 2026
MOT tests
22
15 passed · 7 failed
Per year
7,024 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB08 WKZ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Kia
Model
Carens
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,991 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
2 Jul 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 9 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
10 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB08 WKZ was last recorded at 125,391 miles on 10 Mar 2026, 22 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Feb 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
125,369 miles · 18 Feb 2026
Between the last two tests
22 miles
Average per year
7,024 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 125,391 miles
  • 2025 – 115,661 miles
  • 2024 – 109,682 miles
  • 2023 – 105,632 miles
  • 2022 – 102,159 miles
  • 2021 – 99,379 miles
  • 2019 – 96,007 miles
  • 2018 – 89,944 miles
  • 2017 – 79,362 miles
  • 2016 – 65,173 miles
  • 2015 – 54,131 miles
  • 2014 – 43,969 miles
  • 2013 – 37,766 miles
  • 2012 – 27,636 miles
  • 2011 – 22,332 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass125,391 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.

  • Rear row seat belts not tested seats folded away (7 seater)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

Full MOT history

22 tests since 8 Jul 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass125,391 miles (+22)
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    125,391 miles
    Test number
    551939813914

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail125,369 miles (+9,708)3 dangerous4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,369 miles
    Test number
    575542126634
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake inoperative on one side BOTH (1.4.1 (a))

  3. Pass115,661 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    115,661 miles
    Test number
    151122577500

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail115,656 miles (+5,974)7 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,656 miles
    Test number
    880643430215
    • MajorBrake lever has insufficient reserve travel Park brake (1.1.2 (a))
    • MajorBrake pedal has insufficient reserve travel Pedal (1.1.2 (a))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • MajorFront Position lamp not working Both sides (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint excessively worn Arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play Arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  5. Pass109,682 miles (+39)
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    109,682 miles
    Test number
    958154350552

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail109,643 miles (+4,011)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,643 miles
    Test number
    874998049965
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

  7. Pass105,632 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    105,632 miles
    Test number
    371128517090
    • AdvisoryRear row seat belts not tested seats folded away (7 seater)

  8. Fail105,630 miles (+3,471)1 dangerous2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,630 miles
    Test number
    206135090510
    • DangerousTyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure off side front + off side rear outer treads splitting cord exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorBrake lever has insufficient reserve travel park brake lever (foot operated) (1.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre(s) with different aspect ratios are fitted on the same axle. space saver fitted (5.2.3 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear row seat belts not tested seats folded away (7 seater)

  9. Pass102,159 miles (+2,780)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    102,159 miles
    Test number
    654573470935
    • MinorOffside Windscreen wiper blade defective torn (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCould not test o/s/r seat belt (buckle jamed under seat)
    • AdvisoryRear row seat belts not tested (seats folded away) 7 seater

  10. Pass99,379 miles (+3,372)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    99,379 miles
    Test number
    272384474320
    • AdvisoryN/s light aim too high + o/s too low (adjusted)
    • AdvisoryRear row seats folded aeay belts not tested (7 seater)

  11. Pass96,007 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    96,007 miles
    Test number
    188596246728

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail96,007 miles (+6,063)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,007 miles
    Test number
    228705236322
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

  13. Pass89,944 miles (+10,582)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    89,944 miles
    Test number
    881270958747
    • AdvisoryRear row seat belts not tested due to seats folded away

  14. Pass79,362 miles (+14,189)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    79,362 miles
    Test number
    396293944412
    • AdvisoryN/s/r row seat belt jammed under seat

  15. Pass65,173 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    65,173 miles
    Test number
    866583912897

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail65,169 miles (+11,038)6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,169 miles
    Test number
    220695256171
    • FailureHeadlamp not working on dipped beam n/s + o/s (1.7.5a)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureStatutory seat belt missing could not access rear centre or o/s/r buckels (5.1.1)
    • FailureTyre has ply or cords exposed inner tread both front tyres (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureRear brake binding both (3.7.B.1)

  17. Pass54,131 miles (+10,162)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    54,131 miles
    Test number
    228740185144
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteMirror hangers more than 40mm in drivers view area.(removed).
    • NotePark brake reading low o/s.

  18. Pass43,969 miles (+6,203)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    43,969 miles
    Test number
    529375484168
    • AdvisoryRear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)

  19. Pass37,766 miles (+31)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    37,766 miles
    Test number
    728740293163
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  20. Fail37,735 miles (+10,099)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,735 miles
    Test number
    719349383111
    • FailureNearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  21. Pass27,636 miles (+5,304)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    27,636 miles
    Test number
    915188372156

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass22,332 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    22,332 miles
    Test number
    767379681183

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB08 WKZ

Does LB08 WKZ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB08 WKZ is valid until 9 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB08 WKZ?
The MOT on LB08 WKZ is valid until 9 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB08 WKZ done?
LB08 WKZ was recorded at 125,391 miles at its MOT on 10 Mar 2026, an average of 7,024 miles a year.
Has LB08 WKZ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB08 WKZ has failed 7 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Feb 2026.
Has the mileage on LB08 WKZ 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 WKZ find?
LB08 WKZ passed its latest MOT on 10 Mar 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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