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Black · Diesel · 2016 · 1,685 cc

LB65 VBGMOT history

LB65 VBG is a black diesel Kia Carens first used on 1 Feb 2016. Its MOT is valid until 20 Dec 2026 and it has passed 8 of 12 MOT tests, with 71,015 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 Dec 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 20 Dec 2026
Mileage
71,015 mi
At MOT on 1 Dec 2025
MOT tests
12
8 passed · 4 failed
Per year
7,451 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB65 VBG
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Kia
Model
Carens
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,685 cc
Year of manufacture
2016
First used
1 Feb 2016
MOT status
MOT valid until 20 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
1 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB65 VBG was last recorded at 71,015 miles on 1 Dec 2025, 8,726 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Dec 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
62,289 miles · 10 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
8,726 miles
Average per year
7,451 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 71,015 miles
  • 2024 – 62,289 miles
  • 2023 – 50,891 miles
  • 2022 – 40,455 miles
  • 2021 – 35,202 miles
  • 2020 – 30,122 miles
  • 2019 – 25,405 miles
  • 2018 – 17,748 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass71,015 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day

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.

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2024

Full MOT history

12 tests since 8 Oct 2018, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass71,015 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    71,015 miles
    Test number
    616140039769

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail71,013 miles (+8,724)1 dangerous1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,013 miles
    Test number
    723754943765
    • DangerousInner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
  3. Pass62,289 miles (+1)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    62,289 miles
    Test number
    276045374532
    • 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))
  4. Fail62,288 miles (+11,397)1 dangerous2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,288 miles
    Test number
    475419682983
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • 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))
  5. Pass50,891 miles (+10,436)
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    50,891 miles
    Test number
    997595827829

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass40,455 miles (+5,253)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    40,455 miles
    Test number
    682168251827
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
  7. Pass35,202 miles (+5,080)
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    35,202 miles
    Test number
    345632481820

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass30,122 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    30,122 miles
    Test number
    461648506596
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  9. Fail30,122 miles (+4,717)1 repaired1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,122 miles
    Test number
    388766677068
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  10. Pass25,405 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    25,405 miles
    Test number
    998205706051

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail25,404 miles (+7,656)1 dangerous1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    25,404 miles
    Test number
    579170476303
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  12. Pass17,748 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    17,748 miles
    Test number
    978999467668
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Questions about LB65 VBG

Does LB65 VBG currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB65 VBG is valid until 20 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on LB65 VBG?
The MOT on LB65 VBG is valid until 20 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB65 VBG done?
LB65 VBG was recorded at 71,015 miles at its MOT on 1 Dec 2025, an average of 7,451 miles a year.
Has LB65 VBG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB65 VBG has failed 4 of its 12 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Dec 2025.
Has the mileage on LB65 VBG 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 LB65 VBG find?
LB65 VBG passed its latest MOT on 1 Dec 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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