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Kia Carens

Blue · Diesel · 2009 · 1,998 cc

LB09 VMAMOT history

LB09 VMA is a blue diesel Kia Carens first used on 31 Jul 2009. Its MOT expired on 19 Jan 2022 and it has passed 10 of 16 MOT tests, with 112,263 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 31 Jan 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 19 Jan 2022
Mileage
112,263 mi
At MOT on 31 Jan 2022
MOT tests
16
10 passed · 6 failed
Per year
7,711 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB09 VMA
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Kia
Model
Carens
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,998 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
31 Jul 2009
MOT status
MOT expired on 19 Jan 2022
Latest MOT test
31 Jan 2022 (Fail)

Mileage history

LB09 VMA was last recorded at 112,263 miles on 31 Jan 2022, 5,570 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Jan 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
106,693 miles · 20 Jan 2021
Between the last two tests
5,570 miles
Average per year
7,711 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 112,263 miles
  • 2021 – 106,693 miles
  • 2020 – 102,206 miles
  • 2018 – 94,512 miles
  • 2017 – 88,628 miles
  • 2016 – 80,131 miles
  • 2015 – 72,419 miles
  • 2014 – 60,757 miles
  • 2013 – 50,821 miles
  • 2012 – 39,136 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail112,263 miles
  • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
  • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
  • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment Insufficient reserve travel (1.1.6 (c))
  • MinorNearside Front Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))
  • AdvisoryFront Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Subframe (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Trailing arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Trailing arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

What MOT failures 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.

  • Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Nearside Front Inner Tyre Edge Starting To Scrub

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Offside Front Inner Tyre Edge Scrubbed

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

16 tests since 7 Aug 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail112,263 miles (+5,570)7 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,263 miles
    Test number
    911474368645
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment Insufficient reserve travel (1.1.6 (c))
    • MinorNearside Front Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))
    • AdvisoryFront Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Subframe (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Trailing arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Trailing arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

  2. Pass106,693 miles (+8)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    106,693 miles
    Test number
    644754733069
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Fail106,685 miles (+4,479)2 dangerous1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,685 miles
    Test number
    846366727542
    • DangerousNearside Front Track rod end ball joint worn to the extent there is a serious risk of detachment (2.1.3 (b) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Pass102,206 miles (+4)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    102,206 miles
    Test number
    401637756959
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Fail102,202 miles (+7,690)5 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,202 miles
    Test number
    568285831813
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass94,512 miles (+1,276)
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    94,512 miles
    Test number
    186631478725

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass93,236 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    93,236 miles
    Test number
    434728267751
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre Edge Starting To Scrub
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre Edge Scrubbed
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  8. Fail93,236 miles (+4,608)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,236 miles
    Test number
    588336830882
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre Edge Starting To Scrub
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre Edge Scrubbed
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  9. Pass88,628 miles (+8,497)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    88,628 miles
    Test number
    856062644928
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  10. Pass80,131 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    80,131 miles
    Test number
    949851600866
    • AdvisoryFront both tyres inner edge bald
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre inner edge bald
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre sidewalls slightly deteriorated
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  11. Fail80,131 miles (+7,712)2 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,131 miles
    Test number
    788304525174
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryFront both tyres inner edge bald
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre inner edge bald
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre sidewalls slightly deteriorated
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  12. Pass72,419 miles (+82)
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    72,419 miles
    Test number
    137666986530

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail72,337 miles (+11,580)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,337 miles
    Test number
    924457227716
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

  14. Pass60,757 miles (+9,936)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    60,757 miles
    Test number
    109608114262
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  15. Pass50,821 miles (+11,685)
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    50,821 miles
    Test number
    216690923295

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass39,136 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    39,136 miles
    Test number
    939060122208

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB09 VMA

Does LB09 VMA currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB09 VMA expired on 19 Jan 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB09 VMA?
The MOT on LB09 VMA expired on 19 Jan 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB09 VMA done?
LB09 VMA was recorded at 112,263 miles at its MOT on 31 Jan 2022, an average of 7,711 miles a year.
Has LB09 VMA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB09 VMA has failed 6 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 31 Jan 2022.
Has the mileage on LB09 VMA 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 VMA find?
LB09 VMA failed its latest MOT on 31 Jan 2022 with 7 major defects, 1 minor defect and 7 advisories: nearside front lower suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush; nearside front windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid; nearside rear tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords, and 12 more.

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