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Kia Carens

Black · Petrol · 2016 · 1,591 cc

LE16 NWVMOT history

LE16 NWV is a black petrol Kia Carens first used on 1 Jul 2016. Its MOT is valid until 30 Jun 2027 and it has passed 8 of 14 MOT tests, with 117,503 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 Jul 2026.

LE16 NWV black Kia Carens – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Kia Carens, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 30 Jun 2027
Mileage
117,503 mi
At MOT on 1 Jul 2026
MOT tests
14
8 passed · 6 failed
Per year
11,441 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LE16 NWV
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Kia
Model
Carens
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,591 cc
Year of manufacture
2016
First used
1 Jul 2016
MOT status
MOT valid until 30 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
1 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LE16 NWV was last recorded at 117,503 miles on 1 Jul 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Jun 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
117,503 miles · 25 Jun 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
11,441 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 117,503 miles
  • 2025 – 99,639 miles
  • 2024 – 87,899 miles
  • 2023 – 80,733 miles
  • 2022 – 69,100 miles
  • 2021 – 56,680 miles
  • 2020 – 46,906 miles
  • 2019 – 37,878 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass117,503 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated split (5.3.4 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • MinorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated split (5.3.4 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))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
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult beltRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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 Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both front lower arms

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Arm rear bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Arm rear bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Oil level low

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

14 tests since 12 Jul 2019, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass117,503 miles2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    117,503 miles
    Test number
    414154485264
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated split (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated split (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  2. Fail117,503 miles (+17,864)3 major2 repaired2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,503 miles
    Test number
    380257963782
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated split (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated split (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  3. Pass99,639 miles (+2)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    99,639 miles
    Test number
    219873455448
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both front lower arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Arm rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Arm rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil level low
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both rear springs (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Both rear chassis rails (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  4. Fail99,637 miles (+11,738)4 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,637 miles
    Test number
    143872631476
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords Cuts in tread to cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt webbing significantly weakened cut from edge greater than 2mm OSR Rear belt (7.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords Cuts in tread to cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both front lower arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Arm rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Arm rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil level low
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both rear springs (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Both rear chassis rails (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  5. Pass87,899 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    87,899 miles
    Test number
    809164661481
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  6. Fail87,899 miles (+7,166)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,899 miles
    Test number
    823886442926
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass80,733 miles (+11,633)1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    80,733 miles
    Test number
    798218289042
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly loose secured with tape (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both side front discs worn/pitted on the inner face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin ON THE LIMIT NOW (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge starting to wear on both edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm - wearing smooth on both edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake binding but not excessively both rear brakes binding when turning by hand (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryTPMS low pressure warning light on

  8. Pass69,100 miles (+15)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    69,100 miles
    Test number
    876765365375
    • AdvisoryNearside mirror is repaired with tape

  9. Fail69,085 miles (+12,405)2 dangerous3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,085 miles
    Test number
    128293583577
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed inner & outer edges (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn unevenly on the inner shoulder - on limit (& tyre is cracking in the tread) (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside mirror is repaired with tape
    • AdvisoryTyre pressure warning light is illuminated indicating an under-inflated tyre

  10. Pass56,680 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    56,680 miles
    Test number
    856120550428
    • AdvisoryNon obligatory mirror damaged

  11. Fail56,680 miles (+9,774)1 dangerous1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,680 miles
    Test number
    697545391250
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 3.0mm cracked and perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNon obligatory mirror damaged

  12. Pass46,906 miles (+9,028)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    46,906 miles
    Test number
    660212308552
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside non obligatory mirror slightly damaged

  13. Pass37,878 miles (+127)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    37,878 miles
    Test number
    924345492772
    • MinorOffside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Non obligatory mirror damaged
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  14. Fail37,751 miles1 dangerous1 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,751 miles
    Test number
    350034222364
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorTyre pressure monitoring system malfunctioning or obviously inoperative (5.2.3 (h))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Non obligatory mirror damaged
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Questions about LE16 NWV

Does LE16 NWV currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LE16 NWV is valid until 30 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on LE16 NWV?
The MOT on LE16 NWV is valid until 30 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LE16 NWV done?
LE16 NWV was recorded at 117,503 miles at its MOT on 1 Jul 2026, an average of 11,441 miles a year.
Has LE16 NWV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LE16 NWV has failed 6 of its 14 MOT tests, most recently on 25 Jun 2026.
Has the mileage on LE16 NWV 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 LE16 NWV find?
LE16 NWV passed its latest MOT on 1 Jul 2026 with 2 minor defects and 3 advisories: nearside front upper anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated split; offside front upper anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated split; front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread, and 2 more.

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