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Black · Diesel · 2016 · 1,685 cc

LC16 XVMMOT history

LC16 XVM is a black diesel Kia Carens first used on 13 Jun 2016. Its MOT is valid until 27 Sept 2027 and it has passed 8 of 10 MOT tests, with 119,777 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Oct 2026.

LC16 XVM black Kia Carens – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Kia Carens, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 27 Sept 2027
Mileage
119,777 mi
At MOT on 28 Sept 2026
MOT tests
10
8 passed · 2 failed
Per year
9,936 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LC16 XVM
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
13 Jun 2016
MOT status
MOT valid until 27 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
28 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LC16 XVM was last recorded at 119,777 miles on 28 Sept 2026, 3,867 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Jan 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
115,910 miles · 15 Jan 2026
Between the last two tests
3,867 miles
Average per year
9,936 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 119,777 miles
  • 2025 – 104,637 miles
  • 2024 – 92,334 miles
  • 2023 – 83,270 miles
  • 2022 – 72,146 miles
  • 2021 – 61,139 miles
  • 2019 – 47,311 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass119,777 miles

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 Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2024

Full MOT history

10 tests since 13 Jun 2019, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass119,777 miles (+3,867)
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    119,777 miles
    Test number
    601521749054

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass115,910 miles (+7)
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    115,910 miles
    Test number
    261492569608

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail115,903 miles (+11,266)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,903 miles
    Test number
    671761281199
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

  4. Pass104,637 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    104,637 miles
    Test number
    249820109599

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail104,634 miles (+12,300)4 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,634 miles
    Test number
    897908884151
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass92,334 miles (+9,064)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    92,334 miles
    Test number
    882989490353
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  7. Pass83,270 miles (+11,124)
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    83,270 miles
    Test number
    154691760269

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass72,146 miles (+11,007)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    72,146 miles
    Test number
    124387791806
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner and outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  9. Pass61,139 miles (+13,828)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    61,139 miles
    Test number
    391638412335
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass47,311 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    47,311 miles
    Test number
    298724646727
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tyre worn around inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Tyre slightly perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Tyre slightly perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Questions about LC16 XVM

Does LC16 XVM currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LC16 XVM is valid until 27 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on LC16 XVM?
The MOT on LC16 XVM is valid until 27 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LC16 XVM done?
LC16 XVM was recorded at 119,777 miles at its MOT on 28 Sept 2026, an average of 9,936 miles a year.
Has LC16 XVM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LC16 XVM has failed 2 of its 10 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on LC16 XVM 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 XVM find?
LC16 XVM passed its latest MOT on 28 Sept 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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