Kia logo

Kia Carens

Grey · Diesel · 2008 · 1,991 cc

LB08 WLAMOT history

LB08 WLA is a grey diesel Kia Carens first used on 2 Jul 2008. Its MOT expired on 13 Dec 2023 and it has passed 12 of 17 MOT tests, with 124,424 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Dec 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 13 Dec 2023
Mileage
124,424 mi
At MOT on 14 Dec 2022
MOT tests
17
12 passed · 5 failed
Per year
7,532 mi
Average between MOTs
Get reminders for LB08 WLA in the free Driver Codes app

Vehicle details

Registration
LB08 WLA
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 expired on 13 Dec 2023
Latest MOT test
14 Dec 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB08 WLA was last recorded at 124,424 miles on 14 Dec 2022, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Dec 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
124,424 miles · 9 Dec 2022
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
7,532 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 124,424 miles
  • 2021 – 114,211 miles
  • 2020 – 113,681 miles
  • 2019 – 113,450 miles
  • 2018 – 111,993 miles
  • 2017 – 110,762 miles
  • 2016 – 106,306 miles
  • 2015 – 105,501 miles
  • 2014 – 91,975 miles
  • 2013 – 77,201 miles
  • 2012 – 58,534 miles
  • 2011 – 38,844 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass124,424 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive oil leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022

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.

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2017

  • Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction

    Major2 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened outer face

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Nearside Rear tyre worn off on inner edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

17 tests since 2 Aug 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass124,424 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    124,424 miles
    Test number
    538735605048
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive oil leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail124,424 miles (+10,213)1 dangerous5 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,424 miles
    Test number
    234628002504
    • DangerousOffside Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle by more than 50% (1.2.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Electrical wiring insecure and connectors likely to become disconnected negative terminal loose (4.11 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive oil leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass114,211 miles (+530)
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    114,211 miles
    Test number
    578341748386

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass113,681 miles (+19)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    113,681 miles
    Test number
    137848386732
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened outer face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  5. Fail113,662 miles (+212)1 dangerous3 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,662 miles
    Test number
    740704685245
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • MinorBrake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened outer face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass113,450 miles (+1,457)
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    113,450 miles
    Test number
    676265224677

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass111,993 miles (+1,231)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    111,993 miles
    Test number
    410186823829
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryHandbrake travel
    • AdvisoryWashers poor

  8. Pass110,762 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    110,762 miles
    Test number
    581304839126
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre worn off on inner edge
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  9. Fail110,762 miles (+4,456)5 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,762 miles
    Test number
    816364398684
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed 205/65x15v (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre worn off on inner edge
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  10. Pass106,306 miles (+805)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    106,306 miles
    Test number
    301888224956
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres running off on inner edge 205/65/15 V
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  11. Pass105,501 miles (+13,526)1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    105,501 miles
    Test number
    845542525286
    • NoteBoth front tyres running of on inner edges 205/65/15 V

  12. Pass91,975 miles (+14,774)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    91,975 miles
    Test number
    348942004413
    • AdvisoryOffside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  13. Pass77,201 miles (+18,667)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    77,201 miles
    Test number
    368249113429
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteO/s rear tyre slightly perished

  14. Pass58,534 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    58,534 miles
    Test number
    619696802227
    • NoteBoth front tyres worn slightly more on both edges

  15. Fail58,534 miles (+19,690)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,534 miles
    Test number
    327316802400
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • NoteBoth front tyres worn slightly more on both edges

  16. Pass38,844 miles (+37)
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    38,844 miles
    Test number
    347687011269

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail38,807 miles3 dangerous1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,807 miles
    Test number
    248994911267
    • DangerousNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • DangerousOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • DangerousParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Questions about LB08 WLA

Does LB08 WLA currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB08 WLA expired on 13 Dec 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB08 WLA?
The MOT on LB08 WLA expired on 13 Dec 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB08 WLA done?
LB08 WLA was recorded at 124,424 miles at its MOT on 14 Dec 2022, an average of 7,532 miles a year.
Has LB08 WLA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB08 WLA has failed 5 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Dec 2022.
Has the mileage on LB08 WLA 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 WLA find?
LB08 WLA passed its latest MOT on 14 Dec 2022 with 1 advisory: front oil leak, but not excessive oil leak.

Related registrations

Browse all LB08W registrations

Contains DVSA MOT history data, public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Driver Codes is not affiliated with DVSA or DVLA.