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Kia Carens

Silver · Petrol · 2009 · 1,998 cc

LB59 OVAMOT history

LB59 OVA is a silver petrol Kia Carens first used on 22 Dec 2009. Its MOT is valid until 16 Mar 2027 and it has passed 14 of 20 MOT tests, with 30,403 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Mar 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 16 Mar 2027
Mileage
30,403 mi
At MOT on 17 Mar 2026
MOT tests
20
14 passed · 6 failed
Per year
1,670 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB59 OVA
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Kia
Model
Carens
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,998 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
22 Dec 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 16 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
17 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB59 OVA was last recorded at 30,403 miles on 17 Mar 2026, 1,473 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
28,930 miles · 14 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
1,473 miles
Average per year
1,670 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 30,403 miles
  • 2025 – 28,930 miles
  • 2024 – 26,846 miles
  • 2023 – 25,188 miles
  • 2022 – 23,469 miles
  • 2021 – 22,027 miles
  • 2020 – 20,989 miles
  • 2019 – 19,276 miles
  • 2018 – 17,360 miles
  • 2017 – 15,859 miles
  • 2016 – 14,269 miles
  • 2014 – 12,238 miles
  • 2013 – 10,080 miles
  • 2012 – 8,297 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass30,403 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023

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.

  • Nearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Offside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2025

Full MOT history

20 tests since 19 Dec 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass30,403 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    30,403 miles
    Test number
    990520531327
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail30,403 miles (+1,473)2 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,403 miles
    Test number
    679220238777
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass28,930 miles9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    28,930 miles
    Test number
    143572275648
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

  4. Fail28,930 miles (+2,084)1 repaired9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    28,930 miles
    Test number
    370542936676
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

  5. Pass26,846 miles (+1,658)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    26,846 miles
    Test number
    658430183466
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryGeneral underbody corrosion

  6. Pass25,188 miles (+1,719)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    25,188 miles
    Test number
    866531306491
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  7. Pass23,469 miles (+1,442)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    23,469 miles
    Test number
    168108529895
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

  8. Pass22,027 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    22,027 miles
    Test number
    423526060129
    • AdvisoryUnable to check all rear seat belts due to seats folded flat and dog bed fitted

  9. Fail22,027 miles (+1,038)3 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    22,027 miles
    Test number
    608843905773
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryUnable to check all rear seat belts due to seats folded flat and dog bed fitted

  10. Pass20,989 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    20,989 miles
    Test number
    468115253380
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Fail20,988 miles (+1,712)1 dangerous1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    20,988 miles
    Test number
    918947943516
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Pass19,276 miles (+1,916)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    19,276 miles
    Test number
    741955305678

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass17,360 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    17,360 miles
    Test number
    559184827353

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail17,356 miles (+1,497)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    17,356 miles
    Test number
    162270574190
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  15. Pass15,859 miles (+1,590)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    15,859 miles
    Test number
    872180715946
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres perished

  16. Pass14,269 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    14,269 miles
    Test number
    997346496645

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail14,269 miles (+2,031)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    14,269 miles
    Test number
    249617813883
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  18. Pass12,238 miles (+2,158)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    12,238 miles
    Test number
    548244054376
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Pass10,080 miles (+1,783)
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    10,080 miles
    Test number
    379664353376

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass8,297 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    8,297 miles
    Test number
    668754752390
    • NoteRear seats not fitted, tested associated seatbelts as best i could.

Questions about LB59 OVA

Does LB59 OVA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB59 OVA is valid until 16 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB59 OVA?
The MOT on LB59 OVA is valid until 16 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB59 OVA done?
LB59 OVA was recorded at 30,403 miles at its MOT on 17 Mar 2026, an average of 1,670 miles a year.
Has LB59 OVA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB59 OVA has failed 6 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on LB59 OVA 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 LB59 OVA find?
LB59 OVA passed its latest MOT on 17 Mar 2026 with 5 advisories: nearside rear lower suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened; nearside rear tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing; offside front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement, and 2 more.

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