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Blue · Diesel · 2014 · 1,685 cc

LB14 NEFMOT history

LB14 NEF is a blue diesel Kia Carens first used on 30 Jul 2014. Its MOT is valid until 15 Dec 2026 and it has passed 9 of 12 MOT tests, with 82,715 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Dec 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 15 Dec 2026
Mileage
82,715 mi
At MOT on 5 Dec 2025
MOT tests
12
9 passed · 3 failed
Per year
7,564 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB14 NEF
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Kia
Model
Carens
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,685 cc
Year of manufacture
2014
First used
30 Jul 2014
MOT status
MOT valid until 15 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
5 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB14 NEF was last recorded at 82,715 miles on 5 Dec 2025, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Dec 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
82,715 miles · 4 Dec 2025
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
7,564 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 82,715 miles
  • 2024 – 73,246 miles
  • 2023 – 64,043 miles
  • 2022 – 56,019 miles
  • 2021 – 49,006 miles
  • 2020 – 43,119 miles
  • 2019 – 32,489 miles
  • 2018 – 22,432 miles
  • 2017 – 19,430 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass82,715 miles
  • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryBoth rack end threads corrodedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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.

  • Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

12 tests since 24 Jul 2017, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass82,715 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    82,715 miles
    Test number
    742651303591
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth rack end threads corroded
  2. Fail82,715 miles (+9,469)3 dangerous2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,715 miles
    Test number
    458338942987
    • DangerousFront Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm both 225/45/17 (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 225/45/17 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFront Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn both (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth rack end threads corroded
  3. Pass73,246 miles (+16)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    73,246 miles
    Test number
    709223481105
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  4. Fail73,230 miles (+9,187)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,230 miles
    Test number
    138549409629
    • MajorNearside Side repeater with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  5. Pass64,043 miles (+8,024)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    64,043 miles
    Test number
    210085032111
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn through to inner casing on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
  6. Pass56,019 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    56,019 miles
    Test number
    896294696867

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail56,019 miles (+7,013)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,019 miles
    Test number
    696973318930
    • Repaired at testFront Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))
    • Repaired at testRear Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))
  8. Pass49,006 miles (+5,887)
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    49,006 miles
    Test number
    344583146095

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass43,119 miles (+10,630)
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    43,119 miles
    Test number
    702973496511

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass32,489 miles (+10,057)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    32,489 miles
    Test number
    847794088360
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  11. Pass22,432 miles (+3,002)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    22,432 miles
    Test number
    598059591234
    • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights
  12. Pass19,430 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    19,430 miles
    Test number
    835220882420

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB14 NEF

Does LB14 NEF currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB14 NEF is valid until 15 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on LB14 NEF?
The MOT on LB14 NEF is valid until 15 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB14 NEF done?
LB14 NEF was recorded at 82,715 miles at its MOT on 5 Dec 2025, an average of 7,564 miles a year.
Has LB14 NEF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB14 NEF has failed 3 of its 12 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Dec 2025.
Has the mileage on LB14 NEF 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 LB14 NEF find?
LB14 NEF passed its latest MOT on 5 Dec 2025 with 2 advisories: rear coil spring corroded both; both rack end threads corroded.

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