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Black · Diesel · 2004 · 1,991 cc

LC54 TYDMOT history

LC54 TYD is a black diesel Kia Carens first used on 8 Nov 2004. Its MOT expired on 6 Apr 2024 and it has passed 16 of 31 MOT tests, with 109,961 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 31 Mar 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 6 Apr 2024
Mileage
109,961 mi
At MOT on 31 Mar 2023
MOT tests
31
16 passed · 15 failed
Per year
4,706 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LC54 TYD
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Kia
Model
Carens
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,991 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
8 Nov 2004
MOT status
MOT expired on 6 Apr 2024
Latest MOT test
31 Mar 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

LC54 TYD was last recorded at 109,961 miles on 31 Mar 2023, 3,465 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Mar 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
106,496 miles · 29 Mar 2022
Between the last two tests
3,465 miles
Average per year
4,706 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 109,961 miles
  • 2022 – 106,496 miles
  • 2021 – 101,646 miles
  • 2020 – 99,037 miles
  • 2019 – 91,842 miles
  • 2018 – 86,145 miles
  • 2017 – 80,308 miles
  • 2016 – 76,816 miles
  • 2015 – 73,291 miles
  • 2014 – 68,095 miles
  • 2013 – 64,580 miles
  • 2012 – 59,549 miles
  • 2011 – 52,612 miles
  • 2010 – 48,448 miles
  • 2009 – 40,708 miles
  • 2008 – 38,873 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass109,961 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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.

  • Parking brake efficiency below requirements

    Major5 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Rear Exhaust mounting defective

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020

  • Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2012–2016

  • Front washers have only just met minimum requirements

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

31 tests since 21 Feb 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass109,961 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    109,961 miles
    Test number
    307404016993
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  2. Fail109,961 miles (+3,465)1 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,961 miles
    Test number
    970433546234
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  3. Pass106,496 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    106,496 miles
    Test number
    217577031001
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  4. Fail106,496 miles (+103)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,496 miles
    Test number
    414192727133
    • MajorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront washers have only just met minimum requirements
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Fail106,393 miles (+4,747)6 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,393 miles
    Test number
    187248774518
    • MajorFront Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Steering locking device ineffective (2.1.3 (d))
    • MajorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront washers have only just met minimum requirements
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  6. Pass101,646 miles (+66)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    101,646 miles
    Test number
    734041041701
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Fail101,580 miles (+2,543)4 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,580 miles
    Test number
    107908765894
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases back box pipe (6.1.2 (a))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass99,037 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2021
    Odometer
    99,037 miles
    Test number
    856715029430
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

  9. Fail99,037 miles (+33)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,037 miles
    Test number
    469627416645
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

  10. Fail99,004 miles (+7,162)8 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,004 miles
    Test number
    146855198573
    • MajorBrake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

  11. Pass91,842 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    91,842 miles
    Test number
    577715085647
    • MinorNearside Rear Other passenger door catch deteriorated so the door cannot be readily opened or closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  12. Fail91,842 miles (+5,697)5 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,842 miles
    Test number
    342723779284
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (8.2.2.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • MinorNearside Rear Other passenger door catch deteriorated so the door cannot be readily opened or closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  13. Pass86,145 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    86,145 miles
    Test number
    326618816775

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail86,145 miles (+5,837)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,145 miles
    Test number
    763536974811
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  15. Pass80,308 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    80,308 miles
    Test number
    706493383872
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin both side (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both side (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner outer edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush Both D bushes (2.4.G.2)

  16. Fail80,308 miles (+3,492)2 failures7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,308 miles
    Test number
    781732498441
    • FailureNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin both side (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both side (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner outer edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush Both D bushes (2.4.G.2)

  17. Pass76,816 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    76,816 miles
    Test number
    197551463801
    • AdvisoryFront constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt both (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit outer edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside rear tyre slightly deteriorated
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joints
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush both D bushes (2.4.G.2)

  18. Fail76,816 miles (+3,525)1 failure7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,816 miles
    Test number
    257431929297
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryFront constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt both (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit outer edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside rear tyre slightly deteriorated
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joints
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush both D bushes (2.4.G.2)

  19. Pass73,291 miles (+76)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    73,291 miles
    Test number
    106565975013
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteOil leak

  20. Fail73,215 miles (+5,120)4 failures3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,215 miles
    Test number
    729021775048
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteOil leak

  21. Pass68,095 miles (+4)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    68,095 miles
    Test number
    626196984089
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  22. Fail68,091 miles (+3,511)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,091 miles
    Test number
    405185184004
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  23. Pass64,580 miles (+5,031)
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    64,580 miles
    Test number
    718267183090

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass59,549 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    59,549 miles
    Test number
    299863492004

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail59,548 miles (+6,936)7 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,548 miles
    Test number
    609493992027
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  26. Pass52,612 miles (+4,164)
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    52,612 miles
    Test number
    665485981000

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass48,448 miles (+7,740)
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    48,448 miles
    Test number
    813046970091

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail40,708 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,708 miles
    Test number
    460866159049
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  29. Pass40,708 miles (+1,835)
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    40,708 miles
    Test number
    820126059063

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass38,873 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    38,873 miles
    Test number
    822903858012
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  31. Fail38,873 miles2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,873 miles
    Test number
    960492158095
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about LC54 TYD

Does LC54 TYD currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LC54 TYD expired on 6 Apr 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LC54 TYD?
The MOT on LC54 TYD expired on 6 Apr 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LC54 TYD done?
LC54 TYD was recorded at 109,961 miles at its MOT on 31 Mar 2023, an average of 4,706 miles a year.
Has LC54 TYD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LC54 TYD has failed 15 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 31 Mar 2023.
Has the mileage on LC54 TYD 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 LC54 TYD find?
LC54 TYD passed its latest MOT on 31 Mar 2023 with 5 advisories: front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both; offside rear shock absorbers has light misting of oil; offside rear tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing, and 2 more.

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