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Kia Carens

Blue · Diesel · 2008 · 1,991 cc

LD08 VRFMOT history

LD08 VRF is a blue diesel Kia Carens first used on 3 Apr 2008. Its MOT is valid until 10 May 2027 and it has passed 16 of 25 MOT tests, with 84,462 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 May 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 10 May 2027
Mileage
84,462 mi
At MOT on 9 May 2026
MOT tests
25
16 passed · 9 failed
Per year
3,979 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LD08 VRF
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Kia
Model
Carens
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,991 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
3 Apr 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 10 May 2027
Latest MOT test
9 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LD08 VRF was last recorded at 84,462 miles on 9 May 2026, 1,401 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
83,061 miles · 1 May 2025
Between the last two tests
1,401 miles
Average per year
3,979 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 84,462 miles
  • 2025 – 83,061 miles
  • 2024 – 81,628 miles
  • 2023 – 80,168 miles
  • 2022 – 78,567 miles
  • 2021 – 76,687 miles
  • 2020 – 74,525 miles
  • 2019 – 70,608 miles
  • 2018 – 65,773 miles
  • 2017 – 60,082 miles
  • 2016 – 53,922 miles
  • 2015 – 47,412 miles
  • 2014 – 43,061 miles
  • 2013 – 38,050 miles
  • 2012 – 32,500 miles
  • 2011 – 24,877 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass84,462 miles
  • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all four (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryRear Lower suspension arms corroded

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 Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.6mm

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Offside Rear Nail in tyre

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Front tyres worn inner edges

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2015–2018

Full MOT history

25 tests since 18 May 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass84,462 miles (+1,401)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2027
    Odometer
    84,462 miles
    Test number
    537368159346
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all four (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Lower suspension arms corroded

  2. Pass83,061 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2026
    Odometer
    83,061 miles
    Test number
    716417128072

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail83,061 miles (+1,433)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,061 miles
    Test number
    726866568653
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorFront Exhaust silencer insecure (8.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass81,628 miles (+1,460)
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2025
    Odometer
    81,628 miles
    Test number
    306676236591

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass80,168 miles (+1,601)
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2024
    Odometer
    80,168 miles
    Test number
    875592872821

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass78,567 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2023
    Odometer
    78,567 miles
    Test number
    621126394363

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail78,567 miles (+1,880)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,567 miles
    Test number
    605764371487
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

  8. Pass76,687 miles (+14)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    76,687 miles
    Test number
    897352681229
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Fail76,673 miles (+2,148)6 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,673 miles
    Test number
    524997886662
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass74,525 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    74,525 miles
    Test number
    355223456887

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail74,525 miles (+3,917)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,525 miles
    Test number
    971901560721
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  12. Pass70,608 miles (+4,835)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    70,608 miles
    Test number
    992893771087
    • AdvisoryRear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryRear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  13. Pass65,773 miles (+5)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2019
    Odometer
    65,773 miles
    Test number
    628558853976
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryFront tyres worn inner edges

  14. Fail65,768 miles (+5,686)6 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,768 miles
    Test number
    671658464126
    • FailureNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryFront tyres worn inner edges

  15. Pass60,082 miles (+6,160)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2018
    Odometer
    60,082 miles
    Test number
    247011569184
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  16. Pass53,922 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2017
    Odometer
    53,922 miles
    Test number
    201359411501
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre worn on inner edge

  17. Fail53,922 miles (+6,510)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,922 miles
    Test number
    422758558990
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre worn on inner edge

  18. Pass47,412 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2016
    Odometer
    47,412 miles
    Test number
    487542435149

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail47,412 miles (+4,351)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,412 miles
    Test number
    727818725164
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureStatutory seat belt missing (5.1.1)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  20. Pass43,061 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2015
    Odometer
    43,061 miles
    Test number
    566376024159
    • NoteFront tyres wearing inside edge /o/s/f exceptionally bad
    • NoteO/s/f wiper split

  21. Fail43,061 miles (+5,011)2 failures2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,061 miles
    Test number
    838296724193
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteFront tyres wearing inside edge /o/s/f exceptionally bad
    • NoteO/s/f wiper split

  22. Pass38,050 miles (+5,550)
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2014
    Odometer
    38,050 miles
    Test number
    258547833449

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass32,500 miles (+7,623)
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2013
    Odometer
    32,500 miles
    Test number
    789381032122

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass24,877 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2012
    Odometer
    24,877 miles
    Test number
    387888831116

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail24,877 miles3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    24,877 miles
    Test number
    787278931190
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Questions about LD08 VRF

Does LD08 VRF currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LD08 VRF is valid until 10 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on LD08 VRF?
The MOT on LD08 VRF is valid until 10 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LD08 VRF done?
LD08 VRF was recorded at 84,462 miles at its MOT on 9 May 2026, an average of 3,979 miles a year.
Has LD08 VRF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LD08 VRF has failed 9 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Apr 2025.
Has the mileage on LD08 VRF 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 LD08 VRF find?
LD08 VRF passed its latest MOT on 9 May 2026 with 3 advisories: coil spring corroded all four; offside front outer tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; rear lower suspension arms corroded.

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