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Kia Carens

Blue · Diesel · 2008 · 1,991 cc

LD08 VRYMOT history

LD08 VRY is a blue diesel Kia Carens first used on 11 Apr 2008. Its MOT is valid until 14 Sept 2027 and it has passed 14 of 25 MOT tests, with 159,246 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Sept 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 14 Sept 2027
Mileage
159,246 mi
At MOT on 15 Sept 2026
MOT tests
25
14 passed · 11 failed
Per year
8,634 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LD08 VRY
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
11 Apr 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 14 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
15 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LD08 VRY was last recorded at 159,246 miles on 15 Sept 2026, 245 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Aug 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
159,001 miles · 18 Aug 2026
Between the last two tests
245 miles
Average per year
8,634 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 159,246 miles
  • 2025 – 152,444 miles
  • 2024 – 145,933 miles
  • 2023 – 138,886 miles
  • 2021 – 130,067 miles
  • 2019 – 119,105 miles
  • 2018 – 108,038 miles
  • 2017 – 97,282 miles
  • 2016 – 90,017 miles
  • 2015 – 81,382 miles
  • 2014 – 71,803 miles
  • 2013 – 56,335 miles
  • 2012 – 41,423 miles
  • 2011 – 27,018 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass159,246 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective both frosted/dirty (4.1.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • MinorNearside Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • MinorOffside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play drop link (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracked between tread !! (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin look thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel

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.

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2021–2025

  • Supplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2024–2025

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

    Failure4 MOTs, 2011–2018

  • Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect

    Major3 MOTs, 2023–2026

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2025–2026

  • Parking brake efficiency below requirements

    Major3 MOTs, 2023–2025

Full MOT history

25 tests since 23 May 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass159,246 miles3 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    159,246 miles
    Test number
    905918318008
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective both frosted/dirty (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play drop link (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracked between tread !! (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin look thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel

  2. Fail159,246 miles (+245)2 repaired3 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    159,246 miles
    Test number
    399630341297
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear reflector reflecting white to the rear (4.8.2 (a) (ii))
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective both frosted/dirty (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play drop link (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracked between tread !! (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin look thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel

  3. Fail159,001 miles (+6,557)4 major3 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    159,001 miles
    Test number
    190951348820
    • MajorBrake lever has insufficient reserve travel parking brake pedal (1.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective both frosted/dirty (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play drop link (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracked between tread !! (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin look thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  4. Pass152,444 miles (+192)13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    152,444 miles
    Test number
    708911249485
    • AdvisoryBoth rear shock absorbers corroded
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Lateral arm (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge And bald to inner area of tread (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Lateral arm (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

  5. Fail152,252 miles (+6,319)9 major16 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    152,252 miles
    Test number
    465069958053
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Body panel corroded and likely to cause injury Outer wheel arch (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))
    • MajorOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear shock absorbers corroded
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Lateral arm (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge And bald to inner area of tread (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Lateral arm (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

  6. Pass145,933 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    145,933 miles
    Test number
    370708394199
    • AdvisoryBoth fuel pipes corroded at rear
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing In tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

  7. Fail145,933 miles (+7,047)5 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    145,933 miles
    Test number
    718846077556
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • Advisory2 exhaust heat shields insecure
    • AdvisoryBoth fuel pipes corroded at rear
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing In tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

  8. Pass138,886 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    138,886 miles
    Test number
    443572366246

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail138,885 miles (+8,818)6 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,885 miles
    Test number
    831102953123
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt buckle not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (d))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  10. Pass130,067 miles (+10,962)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    130,067 miles
    Test number
    149316749060
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (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))
    • AdvisoryFuel tank heat shield insecure
    • AdvisoryParking brake low efficiency

  11. Pass119,105 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    119,105 miles
    Test number
    518116534978

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail119,102 miles (+11,064)1 dangerous3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,102 miles
    Test number
    311011426731
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

  13. Pass108,038 miles (+2)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2019
    Odometer
    108,038 miles
    Test number
    869841576736
    • 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)

  14. Fail108,036 miles (+10,754)4 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,036 miles
    Test number
    268969230175
    • 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 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)
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal has long travel

  15. Pass97,282 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2018
    Odometer
    97,282 miles
    Test number
    191858346324

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail97,279 miles (+7,262)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,279 miles
    Test number
    396213855525
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  17. Pass90,017 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2017
    Odometer
    90,017 miles
    Test number
    312119815016

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail90,017 miles (+8,635)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,017 miles
    Test number
    727406961015
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both (3.5.1g)

  19. Pass81,382 miles (+9,579)
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2016
    Odometer
    81,382 miles
    Test number
    399517525118

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass71,803 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2015
    Odometer
    71,803 miles
    Test number
    296655934403

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail71,803 miles (+15,468)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,803 miles
    Test number
    806305134134
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

  22. Pass56,335 miles (+14,912)
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2014
    Odometer
    56,335 miles
    Test number
    157905233168

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass41,423 miles (+14,405)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2013
    Odometer
    41,423 miles
    Test number
    405964612160
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  24. Pass27,018 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2012
    Odometer
    27,018 miles
    Test number
    619713241161

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail27,018 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    27,018 miles
    Test number
    809393741105
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Questions about LD08 VRY

Does LD08 VRY currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LD08 VRY is valid until 14 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on LD08 VRY?
The MOT on LD08 VRY is valid until 14 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LD08 VRY done?
LD08 VRY was recorded at 159,246 miles at its MOT on 15 Sept 2026, an average of 8,634 miles a year.
Has LD08 VRY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LD08 VRY has failed 11 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on LD08 VRY 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 VRY find?
LD08 VRY passed its latest MOT on 15 Sept 2026 with 3 minor defects and 6 advisories: headlamp lens slightly defective both frosted/dirty; nearside rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface; offside rear tyre obviously under inflated, and 6 more.

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