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Black · Petrol · 2018 · 1,591 cc

LB18 GXUMOT history

LB18 GXU is a black petrol Kia Carens first used on 15 Jun 2018. Its MOT is valid until 16 Jun 2027 and it has passed 6 of 8 MOT tests, with 60,135 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Jun 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 16 Jun 2027
Mileage
60,135 mi
At MOT on 17 Jun 2026
MOT tests
8
6 passed · 2 failed
Per year
8,161 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB18 GXU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Kia
Model
Carens
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,591 cc
Year of manufacture
2018
First used
15 Jun 2018
MOT status
MOT valid until 16 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
17 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB18 GXU was last recorded at 60,135 miles on 17 Jun 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Jun 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
60,135 miles · 11 Jun 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
8,161 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 60,135 miles
  • 2025 – 52,323 miles
  • 2024 – 43,226 miles
  • 2023 – 35,122 miles
  • 2022 – 26,874 miles
  • 2021 – 19,155 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass60,135 miles
  • AdvisoryCentral Front Upper Items removed from driver's view prior to testRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult beltRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

What MOT advisories mean

Full MOT history

8 tests since 9 Jun 2021, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass60,135 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    60,135 miles
    Test number
    844393292673
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Upper Items removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  2. Fail60,135 miles (+7,812)3 major1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,135 miles
    Test number
    404162137006
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testFront Headlamp aim too high manually adjust dip beam aim as too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Upper Items removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  3. Pass52,323 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    52,323 miles
    Test number
    777207860912
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  4. Fail52,323 miles (+9,097)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,323 miles
    Test number
    917286523597
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Pass43,226 miles (+8,104)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    43,226 miles
    Test number
    822217501480
    • MinorFront Windscreen wiper blade defective x2 (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass35,122 miles (+8,248)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    35,122 miles
    Test number
    204011432775
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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))

  7. Pass26,874 miles (+7,719)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    26,874 miles
    Test number
    928932131549

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass19,155 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    19,155 miles
    Test number
    759764498535

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB18 GXU

Does LB18 GXU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB18 GXU is valid until 16 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB18 GXU?
The MOT on LB18 GXU is valid until 16 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB18 GXU done?
LB18 GXU was recorded at 60,135 miles at its MOT on 17 Jun 2026, an average of 8,161 miles a year.
Has LB18 GXU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB18 GXU has failed 2 of its 8 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Jun 2026.
Has the mileage on LB18 GXU 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 LB18 GXU find?
LB18 GXU passed its latest MOT on 17 Jun 2026 with 2 advisories: central front upper items removed from driver's view prior to test; offside rear outer child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt.

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