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Silver · Diesel · 2015 · 1,685 cc

LB15 NWZMOT history

LB15 NWZ is a silver diesel Kia Carens first used on 3 Jul 2015. Its MOT is valid until 4 May 2027 and it has passed 9 of 14 MOT tests, with 85,183 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 May 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 4 May 2027
Mileage
85,183 mi
At MOT on 5 May 2026
MOT tests
14
9 passed · 5 failed
Per year
7,630 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB15 NWZ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Kia
Model
Carens
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,685 cc
Year of manufacture
2015
First used
3 Jul 2015
MOT status
MOT valid until 4 May 2027
Latest MOT test
5 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB15 NWZ was last recorded at 85,183 miles on 5 May 2026, 4,575 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
80,608 miles · 2 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
4,575 miles
Average per year
7,630 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 85,183 miles
  • 2025 – 80,608 miles
  • 2024 – 68,137 miles
  • 2023 – 55,990 miles
  • 2022 – 48,312 miles
  • 2021 – 39,635 miles
  • 2020 – 33,739 miles
  • 2019 – 29,624 miles
  • 2018 – 25,354 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass85,183 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn rear bushes both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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.

  • Tyre pressure monitor light illuminated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

14 tests since 2 Jul 2018, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass85,183 miles (+4,575)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2027
    Odometer
    85,183 miles
    Test number
    507480349411
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn rear bushes both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass80,608 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    80,608 miles
    Test number
    104646997811
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre metal shard

  3. Fail80,608 miles (+12,471)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,608 miles
    Test number
    849791636474
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre metal shard

  4. Pass68,137 miles (+16)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    68,137 miles
    Test number
    934168224340
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryTyre pressure monitor light illuminated

  5. Fail68,121 miles (+12,131)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,121 miles
    Test number
    351708809249
    • DangerousNearside Steering linkage ball joint worn to the extent there is a serious risk of detachment inner rack end. (2.1.3 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryTyre pressure monitor light illuminated

  6. Pass55,990 miles (+7,678)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    55,990 miles
    Test number
    516597572487
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Steering linkage ball joint has slight play rack end ball joint to tie rod (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  7. Pass48,312 miles (+4)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    48,312 miles
    Test number
    868703746322
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

  8. Fail48,308 miles (+8,673)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,308 miles
    Test number
    127406579964
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

  9. Pass39,635 miles (+1)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    39,635 miles
    Test number
    189874721797
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Fail39,634 miles (+5,895)1 dangerous3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,634 miles
    Test number
    518389117331
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  11. Pass33,739 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    33,739 miles
    Test number
    129166737714
    • AdvisoryN/s and o/s front pads worn
    • AdvisoryN/s and o/s rear pads showing wear
    • AdvisoryO/s front tyre has side wall damage

  12. Fail33,739 miles (+4,115)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,739 miles
    Test number
    988276159454
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryN/s and o/s front pads worn
    • AdvisoryN/s and o/s rear pads showing wear
    • AdvisoryO/s front tyre has side wall damage

  13. Pass29,624 miles (+4,270)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2020
    Odometer
    29,624 miles
    Test number
    822717951941
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  14. Pass25,354 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    25,354 miles
    Test number
    662304291278

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB15 NWZ

Does LB15 NWZ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB15 NWZ is valid until 4 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB15 NWZ?
The MOT on LB15 NWZ is valid until 4 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB15 NWZ done?
LB15 NWZ was recorded at 85,183 miles at its MOT on 5 May 2026, an average of 7,630 miles a year.
Has LB15 NWZ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB15 NWZ has failed 5 of its 14 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Aug 2025.
Has the mileage on LB15 NWZ 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 LB15 NWZ find?
LB15 NWZ passed its latest MOT on 5 May 2026 with 2 advisories: front lower suspension component pin or bush slightly worn rear bushes both; nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on edge.

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