Kia logo

Kia Carens

Silver · Diesel · 2009 · 1,991 cc

LB09 UNJMOT history

LB09 UNJ is a silver diesel Kia Carens first used on 31 Jul 2009. Its MOT is valid until 26 Feb 2027 and it has passed 14 of 22 MOT tests, with 138,925 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 30 Jan 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 26 Feb 2027
Mileage
138,925 mi
At MOT on 30 Jan 2026
MOT tests
22
14 passed · 8 failed
Per year
7,894 mi
Average between MOTs
Get reminders for LB09 UNJ in the free Driver Codes app

Vehicle details

Registration
LB09 UNJ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Kia
Model
Carens
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,991 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
31 Jul 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 26 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
30 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB09 UNJ was last recorded at 138,925 miles on 30 Jan 2026, 7,666 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
131,259 miles · 27 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
7,666 miles
Average per year
7,894 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 138,925 miles
  • 2025 – 131,259 miles
  • 2024 – 117,811 miles
  • 2023 – 110,439 miles
  • 2022 – 102,301 miles
  • 2021 – 94,604 miles
  • 2020 – 88,361 miles
  • 2019 – 82,244 miles
  • 2018 – 77,153 miles
  • 2017 – 62,837 miles
  • 2016 – 49,303 miles
  • 2015 – 46,324 miles
  • 2014 – 41,841 miles
  • 2013 – 35,900 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass138,925 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Suspension general corrosion
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension general corrosion

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 pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2015–2018

  • Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value

    Dangerous3 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Nearside Front fog lamp not working

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

22 tests since 11 Jan 2013, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass138,925 miles (+7,666)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    138,925 miles
    Test number
    635399481631
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension general corrosion
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension general corrosion

  2. Pass131,259 miles1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    131,259 miles
    Test number
    241882626117
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoolant empty
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 205/60/16 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Fail131,259 miles (+13,448)1 repaired1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,259 miles
    Test number
    386459547030
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoolant empty
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 205/60/16 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass117,811 miles (+60)
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    117,811 miles
    Test number
    653404220242

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail117,751 miles (+7,312)1 dangerous1 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,751 miles
    Test number
    847144827658
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  6. Pass110,439 miles (+8,138)1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    110,439 miles
    Test number
    537527178672
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front fog light not working
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnderbody corroded covered in underseal

  7. Pass102,301 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    102,301 miles
    Test number
    120952101047
    • AdvisoryNearside Front fog lamp not working

  8. Fail102,300 miles (+92)3 dangerous2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,300 miles
    Test number
    599474262688
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • 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 Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  9. Fail102,208 miles (+7,604)5 dangerous13 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,208 miles
    Test number
    697360877265
    • DangerousFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle by more than 50% 65% (1.2.1 (b) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • 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))
    • MajorBonnet primary retaining device ineffective (3.1 (c))
    • MajorBrake pedal has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
    • MajorBrake pedal has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
    • MajorDirection indicator incorrect colour both front (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • MajorHeadlamp insecure both (4.1.1 (c))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front fog lamp not working
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre x2
    • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights
    • AdvisoryFront & rear tyres different sizes

  10. Pass94,604 miles (+6,243)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    94,604 miles
    Test number
    686669550665
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass88,361 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    88,361 miles
    Test number
    938367409780
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc - inner faces pitted.

  12. Fail88,361 miles (+6,117)5 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,361 miles
    Test number
    331696513849
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc - inner faces pitted.

  13. Pass82,244 miles (+5,091)
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    82,244 miles
    Test number
    330097491017

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass77,153 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    77,153 miles
    Test number
    235615864204

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail77,152 miles (+14,315)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,152 miles
    Test number
    995172153596
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureRear registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  16. Pass62,837 miles (+38)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2018
    Odometer
    62,837 miles
    Test number
    507390710365
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  17. Fail62,799 miles (+13,496)9 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,799 miles
    Test number
    564084723890
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureWindscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  18. Pass49,303 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    49,303 miles
    Test number
    208990405915

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail49,302 miles (+2,978)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,302 miles
    Test number
    392730505442
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  20. Pass46,324 miles (+4,483)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    46,324 miles
    Test number
    416544155005
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  21. Pass41,841 miles (+5,941)
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    41,841 miles
    Test number
    378480854081

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass35,900 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    35,900 miles
    Test number
    839301713069
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Questions about LB09 UNJ

Does LB09 UNJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB09 UNJ is valid until 26 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB09 UNJ?
The MOT on LB09 UNJ is valid until 26 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB09 UNJ done?
LB09 UNJ was recorded at 138,925 miles at its MOT on 30 Jan 2026, an average of 7,894 miles a year.
Has LB09 UNJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB09 UNJ has failed 8 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Feb 2025.
Has the mileage on LB09 UNJ 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 LB09 UNJ find?
LB09 UNJ passed its latest MOT on 30 Jan 2026 with 5 advisories: front suspension general corrosion; offside rear tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing; offside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge, and 2 more.

Related registrations

Browse all LB09U 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.