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Kia Carens

Silver · Diesel · 2007 · 1,991 cc

LB56 YLMMOT history

LB56 YLM is a silver diesel Kia Carens first used on 17 Jan 2007. Its MOT is valid until 2 Feb 2027 and it has passed 17 of 27 MOT tests, with 92,301 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Feb 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 2 Feb 2027
Mileage
92,301 mi
At MOT on 3 Feb 2026
MOT tests
27
17 passed · 10 failed
Per year
4,475 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB56 YLM
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Kia
Model
Carens
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,991 cc
Year of manufacture
2007
First used
17 Jan 2007
MOT status
MOT valid until 2 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
3 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB56 YLM was last recorded at 92,301 miles on 3 Feb 2026, 295 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Jan 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
92,006 miles · 26 Jan 2026
Between the last two tests
295 miles
Average per year
4,475 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 92,301 miles
  • 2025 – 87,568 miles
  • 2024 – 82,855 miles
  • 2023 – 77,727 miles
  • 2022 – 73,398 miles
  • 2021 – 68,117 miles
  • 2020 – 67,658 miles
  • 2019 – 61,453 miles
  • 2018 – 53,733 miles
  • 2017 – 46,089 miles
  • 2016 – 40,422 miles
  • 2015 – 37,947 miles
  • 2014 – 35,043 miles
  • 2013 – 32,365 miles
  • 2012 – 29,610 miles
  • 2011 – 26,268 miles
  • 2010 – 20,436 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass92,301 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 4 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.

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2017–2025

  • Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier

    Minor3 MOTs, 2019–2024

  • Front Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier

    Minor2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Front Power steering pump has slight seepage

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

27 tests since 12 Jan 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass92,301 miles (+295)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    92,301 miles
    Test number
    334073582812
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  2. Fail92,006 miles (+4,438)6 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,006 miles
    Test number
    916215450250
    • MajorBattery insecure and likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  3. Pass87,568 miles (+66)1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    87,568 miles
    Test number
    383864610717
    • MinorFront Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Power steering pump has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  4. Fail87,502 miles (+4,647)1 dangerous1 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,502 miles
    Test number
    379076204783
    • DangerousRear Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorFront Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Power steering pump has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  5. Pass82,855 miles (+12)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    82,855 miles
    Test number
    281264930506
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded Both Rears (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

  6. Fail82,843 miles (+5,116)2 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,843 miles
    Test number
    708826468605
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded Both Rears (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

  7. Pass77,727 miles (+7)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    77,727 miles
    Test number
    985301742894

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail77,720 miles (+4,322)2 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,720 miles
    Test number
    396347508823
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass73,398 miles (+5,281)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    73,398 miles
    Test number
    116743352879
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Pass68,117 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    68,117 miles
    Test number
    695853287913

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail68,117 miles (+459)2 dangerous2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,117 miles
    Test number
    539221977818
    • DangerousRear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  12. Pass67,658 miles (+5)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    67,658 miles
    Test number
    343063745612
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

  13. Fail67,653 miles (+6,200)1 dangerous2 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,653 miles
    Test number
    835116394853
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake hose leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.12 (c) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Close to cords (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

  14. Pass61,453 miles (+1)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    61,453 miles
    Test number
    949511682270
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin aproxx 2mm (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  15. Fail61,452 miles (+7,719)1 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,452 miles
    Test number
    113091280757
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin aproxx 2mm (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  16. Pass53,733 miles2 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    53,733 miles
    Test number
    180136854358
    • DangerousNearside front tyre bald on inner and outer tread and close to cords
    • DangerousOffside front tyre bald on inner and outer tread close to cords

  17. Fail53,718 miles (+7,629)2 dangerous1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,718 miles
    Test number
    390360299687
    • DangerousNearside front tyre bald on inner and outer tread and close to cords
    • DangerousOffside front tyre bald on inner and outer tread close to cords
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  18. Pass46,089 miles (+5,667)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    46,089 miles
    Test number
    344775589305
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Small chip less than 10mm
    • AdvisoryRear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryRear Wiper blade missing
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  19. Pass40,422 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    40,422 miles
    Test number
    109066487317
    • AdvisoryCentre Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' Slight chip (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryCentre Rear Wiper arm missing
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc modified but not seriously weakened (3.5.1n)
    • AdvisorySlight oil leak
    • AdvisoryDiesel symbol on dash

  20. Fail40,422 miles (+2,475)1 repaired6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,422 miles
    Test number
    808932788074
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively Both split (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryCentre Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' Slight chip (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryCentre Rear Wiper arm missing
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc modified but not seriously weakened (3.5.1n)
    • AdvisorySlight oil leak
    • AdvisoryDiesel symbol on dash

  21. Pass37,947 miles (+2,904)4 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    37,947 miles
    Test number
    106184715047
    • NoteFront discs slightly corroded and lipped
    • NoteN/s/f tyre perished and cracked
    • NoteO/s/r tyre perished and cracked
    • NoteRear discs corroded

  22. Pass35,043 miles (+2,678)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    35,043 miles
    Test number
    529067214048
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

  23. Pass32,365 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    32,365 miles
    Test number
    106837413054
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  24. Fail32,365 miles (+2,755)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,365 miles
    Test number
    568217713000
    • Repaired at testParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  25. Pass29,610 miles (+3,342)1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    29,610 miles
    Test number
    958447612026
    • NoteWiper blades worn

  26. Pass26,268 miles (+5,832)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    26,268 miles
    Test number
    896997811093

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass20,436 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    20,436 miles
    Test number
    170252910076
    • NoteFront tyres worn on inside edge

Questions about LB56 YLM

Does LB56 YLM currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB56 YLM is valid until 2 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB56 YLM?
The MOT on LB56 YLM is valid until 2 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB56 YLM done?
LB56 YLM was recorded at 92,301 miles at its MOT on 3 Feb 2026, an average of 4,475 miles a year.
Has LB56 YLM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB56 YLM has failed 10 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on LB56 YLM 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 LB56 YLM find?
LB56 YLM passed its latest MOT on 3 Feb 2026 with 1 advisory: offside rear coil spring corroded.

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