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Kia Carens

Blue · Diesel · 2016 · 1,685 cc

LD16 VEUMOT history

LD16 VEU is a blue diesel Kia Carens first used on 25 Apr 2016. Its MOT is valid until 21 Apr 2027 and it has passed 8 of 10 MOT tests, with 90,412 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Apr 2026.

LD16 VEU blue Kia Carens – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 21 Apr 2027
Mileage
90,412 mi
At MOT on 13 Apr 2026
MOT tests
10
8 passed · 2 failed
Per year
9,254 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LD16 VEU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Kia
Model
Carens
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,685 cc
Year of manufacture
2016
First used
25 Apr 2016
MOT status
MOT valid until 21 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
13 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LD16 VEU was last recorded at 90,412 miles on 13 Apr 2026, 7,794 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
82,618 miles · 14 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
7,794 miles
Average per year
9,254 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 90,412 miles
  • 2025 – 82,618 miles
  • 2024 – 73,409 miles
  • 2023 – 62,669 miles
  • 2022 – 48,387 miles
  • 2021 – 38,994 miles
  • 2020 – 36,019 miles
  • 2019 – 25,553 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass90,412 miles
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
  • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass90,412 miles (+7,794)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    90,412 miles
    Test number
    410530680296
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
  2. Pass82,618 miles (+9,209)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    82,618 miles
    Test number
    528445715652
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryParking brake has reserve travel
  3. Pass73,409 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    73,409 miles
    Test number
    709103850401
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  4. Fail73,409 miles (+10,740)1 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,409 miles
    Test number
    939393963343
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  5. Pass62,669 miles (+14,282)
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    62,669 miles
    Test number
    124913176046

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass48,387 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    48,387 miles
    Test number
    859425417331

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail48,387 miles (+9,393)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,387 miles
    Test number
    459559182503
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  8. Pass38,994 miles (+2,975)
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    38,994 miles
    Test number
    751379611284

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass36,019 miles (+10,466)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    36,019 miles
    Test number
    856753126227
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  10. Pass25,553 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    25,553 miles
    Test number
    644289049725
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Questions about LD16 VEU

Does LD16 VEU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LD16 VEU is valid until 21 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on LD16 VEU?
The MOT on LD16 VEU is valid until 21 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LD16 VEU done?
LD16 VEU was recorded at 90,412 miles at its MOT on 13 Apr 2026, an average of 9,254 miles a year.
Has LD16 VEU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LD16 VEU has failed 2 of its 10 MOT tests, most recently on 25 Mar 2024.
Has the mileage on LD16 VEU 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 LD16 VEU find?
LD16 VEU passed its latest MOT on 13 Apr 2026 with 1 minor defect and 4 advisories: windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; nearside rear child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt; nearside rear shock absorbers has light misting of oil, and 2 more.

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