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Kia Carens

Silver · Diesel · 2016 · 1,685 cc

LC16 ECVMOT history

LC16 ECV is a silver diesel Kia Carens first used on 17 May 2016. Its MOT is valid until 5 Oct 2027 and it has passed 8 of 12 MOT tests, with 48,452 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Oct 2026.

LC16 ECV silver Kia Carens – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Kia Carens, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 5 Oct 2027
Mileage
48,452 mi
At MOT on 30 Sept 2026
MOT tests
12
8 passed · 4 failed
Per year
3,667 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LC16 ECV
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Kia
Model
Carens
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,685 cc
Year of manufacture
2016
First used
17 May 2016
MOT status
MOT valid until 5 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
30 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LC16 ECV was last recorded at 48,452 miles on 30 Sept 2026, 2,247 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
46,205 miles · 1 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
2,247 miles
Average per year
3,667 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 48,452 miles
  • 2025 – 46,205 miles
  • 2024 – 43,010 miles
  • 2023 – 40,002 miles
  • 2022 – 36,523 miles
  • 2021 – 32,024 miles
  • 2020 – 27,409 miles
  • 2019 – 21,412 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass48,452 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin 3mm (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
  • AdvisoryRear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

Full MOT history

12 tests since 17 May 2019, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass48,452 miles (+2,247)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    48,452 miles
    Test number
    520383809354
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin 3mm (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  2. Pass46,205 miles (+3,195)
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    46,205 miles
    Test number
    150221137385

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass43,010 miles (+3,008)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    43,010 miles
    Test number
    173458638089
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (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))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass40,002 miles (+36)
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    40,002 miles
    Test number
    593856713603

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail39,966 miles (+3,443)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,966 miles
    Test number
    952423879670
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

  6. Pass36,523 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    36,523 miles
    Test number
    576550059877
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  7. Fail36,523 miles (+4,499)3 dangerous2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,523 miles
    Test number
    538014510991
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Inner Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Brake drum worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Brake drum worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass32,024 miles (+4,615)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    32,024 miles
    Test number
    958830546901
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass27,409 miles (+80)
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    27,409 miles
    Test number
    580359402370

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail27,329 miles (+5,917)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    27,329 miles
    Test number
    644014570432
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • 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 Nail in tyre

  11. Pass21,412 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    21,412 miles
    Test number
    966005427133
    • 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))

  12. Fail21,412 miles1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    21,412 miles
    Test number
    218111856133
    • Repaired at testFront 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))

Questions about LC16 ECV

Does LC16 ECV currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LC16 ECV is valid until 5 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on LC16 ECV?
The MOT on LC16 ECV is valid until 5 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LC16 ECV done?
LC16 ECV was recorded at 48,452 miles at its MOT on 30 Sept 2026, an average of 3,667 miles a year.
Has LC16 ECV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LC16 ECV has failed 4 of its 12 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Sept 2023.
Has the mileage on LC16 ECV 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 LC16 ECV find?
LC16 ECV passed its latest MOT on 30 Sept 2026 with 4 advisories: nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm; offside rear outer brake pad(s) wearing thin 3mm; offside rear service brake binding but not excessively, and 1 more.

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