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Kia Carens

Silver · Diesel · 2007 · 1,991 cc

LB56 YMAMOT history

LB56 YMA is a silver diesel Kia Carens first used on 18 Jan 2007. Its MOT is valid until 8 Dec 2026 and it has passed 17 of 29 MOT tests, with 80,065 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Nov 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 8 Dec 2026
Mileage
80,065 mi
At MOT on 27 Nov 2025
MOT tests
29
17 passed · 12 failed
Per year
3,882 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB56 YMA
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
18 Jan 2007
MOT status
MOT valid until 8 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
27 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB56 YMA was last recorded at 80,065 miles on 27 Nov 2025, 3 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Nov 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
80,062 miles · 20 Nov 2025
Between the last two tests
3 miles
Average per year
3,882 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 80,065 miles
  • 2024 – 73,416 miles
  • 2023 – 56,968 miles
  • 2022 – 53,143 miles
  • 2021 – 52,915 miles
  • 2020 – 52,411 miles
  • 2019 – 51,392 miles
  • 2018 – 49,833 miles
  • 2017 – 47,801 miles
  • 2016 – 44,314 miles
  • 2015 – 40,856 miles
  • 2014 – 37,783 miles
  • 2013 – 33,418 miles
  • 2012 – 28,658 miles
  • 2011 – 24,642 miles
  • 2010 – 18,544 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass80,065 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 8 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult beltRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2022

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.

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Front and rear subframes corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

29 tests since 21 Jan 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass80,065 miles (+3)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    80,065 miles
    Test number
    124159079235
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail80,062 miles (+6,646)1 dangerous3 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,062 miles
    Test number
    875616719943
    • DangerousFluid leaking continuously posing a serious risk to road safety fuel (8.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorBrake performance unable to be tested (1.2.1 (g))
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed (8.2.2.2 (e))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass73,416 miles (+1)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    73,416 miles
    Test number
    876522779193
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryFront and rear subframes corroded

  4. Fail73,415 miles (+8,614)1 dangerous2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,415 miles
    Test number
    646793876734
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryFront and rear subframes corroded

  5. Pass64,801 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    64,801 miles
    Test number
    416284974166
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge slightly worn on inside edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge slightly worn on inside edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  6. Fail64,801 miles (+7,833)2 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,801 miles
    Test number
    589205345177
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge slightly worn on inside edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge slightly worn on inside edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  7. Pass56,968 miles (+3,825)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    56,968 miles
    Test number
    491787261689
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front wishbone front bush slightly worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass53,143 miles (+3)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    53,143 miles
    Test number
    852817141485
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryAll suspension components heavily corroded

  9. Fail53,140 miles (+225)2 dangerous3 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,140 miles
    Test number
    219114452931
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded and likely to fail (1.1.12 (f) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded and likely to fail (1.1.12 (f) (ii))
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring mounting corroded and seriously weakened bolt attachment (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring mounting corroded and seriously weakened bolt attachment (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryAll suspension components heavily corroded

  10. Pass52,915 miles (+2)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    52,915 miles
    Test number
    249138308387
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement forward bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement forward bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  11. Fail52,913 miles (+502)3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,913 miles
    Test number
    316141538828
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement forward bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement forward bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  12. Pass52,411 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    52,411 miles
    Test number
    511519132545
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  13. Fail52,411 miles (+1,019)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,411 miles
    Test number
    581685163032
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  14. Pass51,392 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    51,392 miles
    Test number
    644059463940
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre worn on the inner edge

  15. Fail51,392 miles (+1,559)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,392 miles
    Test number
    822542097658
    • Repaired at testRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre worn on the inner edge

  16. Pass49,833 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    49,833 miles
    Test number
    936232786789

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail49,833 miles (+2,032)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,833 miles
    Test number
    429055119080
    • Repaired at testRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

  18. Pass47,801 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    47,801 miles
    Test number
    380004427059

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail47,801 miles (+3,487)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,801 miles
    Test number
    994235666989
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureFront brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

  20. Pass44,314 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    44,314 miles
    Test number
    456183897489
    • AdvisoryN/S/R Tyre worn low on outer band/cracking within treads...

  21. Fail44,314 miles (+3,458)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,314 miles
    Test number
    945471382632
    • Repaired at testRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryN/S/R Tyre worn low on outer band/cracking within treads...

  22. Pass40,856 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    40,856 miles
    Test number
    207850825083
    • NoteCracking within treads of N/S/R Tyre

  23. Fail40,856 miles (+3,073)1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,856 miles
    Test number
    249890025041
    • Repaired at testRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • NoteCracking within treads of N/S/R Tyre

  24. Pass37,783 miles (+4,365)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    37,783 miles
    Test number
    897680224042

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass33,418 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    33,418 miles
    Test number
    259011923059

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail33,418 miles (+4,760)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,418 miles
    Test number
    609241423034
    • Repaired at testRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

  27. Pass28,658 miles (+4,016)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    28,658 miles
    Test number
    149642412489

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass24,642 miles (+6,098)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    24,642 miles
    Test number
    129481721412
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  29. Pass18,544 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    18,544 miles
    Test number
    512741320009
    • NoteUnable to check r/rear seat belts due to boot full

Questions about LB56 YMA

Does LB56 YMA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB56 YMA is valid until 8 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on LB56 YMA?
The MOT on LB56 YMA is valid until 8 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB56 YMA done?
LB56 YMA was recorded at 80,065 miles at its MOT on 27 Nov 2025, an average of 3,882 miles a year.
Has LB56 YMA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB56 YMA has failed 12 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Nov 2025.
Has the mileage on LB56 YMA 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 YMA find?
LB56 YMA passed its latest MOT on 27 Nov 2025 with 5 advisories: front sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened; nearside rear brake pad(s) wearing thin; nearside rear child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt, and 2 more.

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