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Kia Carens

Blue · Diesel · 2009 · 1,991 cc

LB09 VLSMOT history

LB09 VLS is a blue diesel Kia Carens first used on 31 Jul 2009. Its MOT is valid until 17 May 2027 and it has passed 15 of 25 MOT tests, with 123,301 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 May 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 17 May 2027
Mileage
123,301 mi
At MOT on 18 May 2026
MOT tests
25
15 passed · 10 failed
Per year
6,280 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB09 VLS
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Kia
Model
Carens
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,991 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
31 Jul 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 17 May 2027
Latest MOT test
18 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB09 VLS was last recorded at 123,301 miles on 18 May 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 May 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
123,301 miles · 14 May 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
6,280 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 123,301 miles
  • 2025 – 114,494 miles
  • 2024 – 107,203 miles
  • 2023 – 95,280 miles
  • 2022 – 92,814 miles
  • 2021 – 88,013 miles
  • 2020 – 83,371 miles
  • 2019 – 78,230 miles
  • 2018 – 72,584 miles
  • 2017 – 66,615 miles
  • 2016 – 60,397 miles
  • 2015 – 54,609 miles
  • 2014 – 48,388 miles
  • 2013 – 42,473 miles
  • 2012 – 36,538 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass123,301 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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 Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2025

  • Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction

    Major3 MOTs, 2018–2025

  • Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2015–2017

Full MOT history

25 tests since 24 Jul 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass123,301 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2027
    Odometer
    123,301 miles
    Test number
    926130211171
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  2. Fail123,301 miles (+8,807)1 dangerous6 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,301 miles
    Test number
    590798717892
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension locking device missing (5.3.6 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension locking device missing (5.3.6 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Suspension locking device missing (5.3.6 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  3. Pass114,494 miles (+30)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2026
    Odometer
    114,494 miles
    Test number
    656282216369
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  4. Fail114,464 miles (+7,261)4 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,464 miles
    Test number
    194890525797
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension locking device missing split pin missing ball joint (5.3.6 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension locking device missing split pin missing ball joint (5.3.6 (b))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Driver's view Items removed from driver's view prior to test (3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass107,203 miles (+11,923)
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    107,203 miles
    Test number
    729692238097

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass95,280 miles (+2,466)
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    95,280 miles
    Test number
    355865740597

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass92,814 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    92,814 miles
    Test number
    786944918831
    • AdvisoryFront tyres cracking
    • AdvisoryOil above max
    • AdvisorySlight engine noise

  8. Fail92,813 miles (+4,800)1 dangerous1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,813 miles
    Test number
    332459770558
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront tyres cracking
    • AdvisoryOil above max
    • AdvisorySlight engine noise
    • AdvisorySlight wear/marks on rear discs & slight judder on osr

  9. Pass88,013 miles (+30)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    88,013 miles
    Test number
    548371470218

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail87,983 miles (+4,612)1 dangerous3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,983 miles
    Test number
    656697306194
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing deep cracks (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  11. Pass83,371 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    83,371 miles
    Test number
    771158783674
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  12. Fail83,371 miles (+5,141)1 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,371 miles
    Test number
    371665251905
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  13. Pass78,230 miles (+16)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2020
    Odometer
    78,230 miles
    Test number
    315823256362
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  14. Fail78,214 miles (+5,630)4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,214 miles
    Test number
    815913637568
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  15. Pass72,584 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    72,584 miles
    Test number
    623801275112
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySlight bind on front wheels
    • AdvisorySlight judder on nsf brake [rbt]

  16. Fail72,582 miles (+5,967)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,582 miles
    Test number
    274588339504
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySlight bind on front wheels
    • AdvisorySlight judder on nsf brake [rbt]

  17. Pass66,615 miles (+76)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    66,615 miles
    Test number
    540213468076

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail66,539 miles (+6,142)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,539 miles
    Test number
    401782635428
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shocker worn
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shocker worn

  19. Pass60,397 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    60,397 miles
    Test number
    391761972146

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail60,397 miles (+5,788)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,397 miles
    Test number
    536327242420
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  21. Pass54,609 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    54,609 miles
    Test number
    358188105432

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail54,609 miles (+6,221)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,609 miles
    Test number
    946074405216
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  23. Pass48,388 miles (+5,915)1 note
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    48,388 miles
    Test number
    258968194402
    • NoteSlight play in osf drop link

  24. Pass42,473 miles (+5,935)1 note
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    42,473 miles
    Test number
    626071613266
    • NoteSlight cracking on rear tyres

  25. Pass36,538 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    36,538 miles
    Test number
    947316102234

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB09 VLS

Does LB09 VLS currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB09 VLS is valid until 17 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB09 VLS?
The MOT on LB09 VLS is valid until 17 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB09 VLS done?
LB09 VLS was recorded at 123,301 miles at its MOT on 18 May 2026, an average of 6,280 miles a year.
Has LB09 VLS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB09 VLS has failed 10 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 14 May 2026.
Has the mileage on LB09 VLS 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 VLS find?
LB09 VLS passed its latest MOT on 18 May 2026 with 5 advisories: nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; offside rear anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play, and 2 more.

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