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Red · Petrol · 2015 · 1,591 cc

LB15 XLYMOT history

LB15 XLY is a red petrol Kia Carens first used on 27 Jul 2015. Its MOT is valid until 3 Aug 2027 and it has passed 9 of 13 MOT tests, with 115,577 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Aug 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 3 Aug 2027
Mileage
115,577 mi
At MOT on 4 Aug 2026
MOT tests
13
9 passed · 4 failed
Per year
10,315 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB15 XLY
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Kia
Model
Carens
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,591 cc
Year of manufacture
2015
First used
27 Jul 2015
MOT status
MOT valid until 3 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
4 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB15 XLY was last recorded at 115,577 miles on 4 Aug 2026, 176 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Jul 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
115,401 miles · 17 Jul 2026
Between the last two tests
176 miles
Average per year
10,315 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 115,577 miles
  • 2025 – 105,071 miles
  • 2024 – 96,176 miles
  • 2023 – 84,315 miles
  • 2022 – 72,937 miles
  • 2021 – 62,062 miles
  • 2020 – 52,659 miles
  • 2019 – 44,560 miles
  • 2018 – 32,240 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass115,577 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2021

Full MOT history

13 tests since 6 Jul 2018, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass115,577 miles (+176)
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    115,577 miles
    Test number
    418039039452

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail115,401 miles (+10,330)4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,401 miles
    Test number
    830048610910
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak rear box (8.2.2.1 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test
  3. Pass105,071 miles (+8,895)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    105,071 miles
    Test number
    879558512008
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  4. Pass96,176 miles (+11,861)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    96,176 miles
    Test number
    554996859923
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  5. Pass84,315 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    84,315 miles
    Test number
    996547517177
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear seats folded and thus belts not fully checked
  6. Fail84,315 miles (+11,378)1 dangerous1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,315 miles
    Test number
    866250781625
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights
    • AdvisoryRear seats folded and thus belts not fully checked
  7. Pass72,937 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    72,937 miles
    Test number
    180963617920

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail72,937 miles (+10,875)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,937 miles
    Test number
    384073048900
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
  9. Pass62,062 miles (+9,403)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    62,062 miles
    Test number
    612629840475
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  10. Pass52,659 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    52,659 miles
    Test number
    705746130807
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  11. Fail52,659 miles (+8,099)1 dangerous1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,659 miles
    Test number
    156911749627
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorTyre pressure monitoring system malfunctioning or obviously inoperative (5.2.3 (h))
    • AdvisoryBRAKE FLUID LEVEL LOW
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  12. Pass44,560 miles (+12,320)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2020
    Odometer
    44,560 miles
    Test number
    134036698734
    • AdvisoryBOTH FRONT BRAKE DISCS LIPPED
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin AROUND 90% WORN (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  13. Pass32,240 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    32,240 miles
    Test number
    137205849087

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB15 XLY

Does LB15 XLY currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB15 XLY is valid until 3 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB15 XLY?
The MOT on LB15 XLY is valid until 3 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB15 XLY done?
LB15 XLY was recorded at 115,577 miles at its MOT on 4 Aug 2026, an average of 10,315 miles a year.
Has LB15 XLY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB15 XLY has failed 4 of its 13 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on LB15 XLY 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 XLY find?
LB15 XLY passed its latest MOT on 4 Aug 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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