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Black · Petrol · 2016 · 1,591 cc

LE16 NXSMOT history

LE16 NXS is a black petrol Kia Carens first used on 1 Jul 2016. Its MOT is valid until 24 Sept 2027 and it has passed 8 of 11 MOT tests, with 72,970 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 Sept 2026.

LE16 NXS black Kia Carens – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Kia Carens, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 24 Sept 2027
Mileage
72,970 mi
At MOT on 25 Sept 2026
MOT tests
11
8 passed · 3 failed
Per year
5,500 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LE16 NXS
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 24 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
25 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LE16 NXS was last recorded at 72,970 miles on 25 Sept 2026, 19 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Sept 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
72,951 miles · 16 Sept 2026
Between the last two tests
19 miles
Average per year
5,500 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 72,970 miles
  • 2025 – 63,124 miles
  • 2024 – 58,923 miles
  • 2023 – 54,804 miles
  • 2022 – 47,471 miles
  • 2021 – 43,092 miles
  • 2020 – 37,618 miles
  • 2019 – 33,024 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass72,970 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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, 2021–2025

Full MOT history

11 tests since 21 Jun 2019, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass72,970 miles (+19)
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    72,970 miles
    Test number
    620999602089

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail72,951 miles (+9,827)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,951 miles
    Test number
    325463097423
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
  3. Pass63,124 miles (+4,201)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    63,124 miles
    Test number
    873807366277
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
  4. Pass58,923 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    58,923 miles
    Test number
    271187703411
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  5. Fail58,923 miles (+4,119)1 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,923 miles
    Test number
    305719555129
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 205/55/16 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  6. Pass54,804 miles (+7,333)
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    54,804 miles
    Test number
    891090157444

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass47,471 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    47,471 miles
    Test number
    865675391204
    • AdvisoryRear Tyres treads are perishing, 205/55/16
  8. Fail47,471 miles (+4,379)1 dangerous2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,471 miles
    Test number
    167866973223
    • DangerousNearside Front Outer Tyre has ply or cords damaged Sidewall, 205/55/16 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyres treads are perishing, 205/55/16
  9. Pass43,092 miles (+5,474)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    43,092 miles
    Test number
    405457130728
    • AdvisoryBody damage nearside front door and sill
    • AdvisoryEngine cover and undertray fitted
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  10. Pass37,618 miles (+4,594)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    37,618 miles
    Test number
    898556147450
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  11. Pass33,024 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    33,024 miles
    Test number
    114637491099
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Slight perishing. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn close to legal limit. (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Slight perishing. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn close to legal limit. (5.2.3 (e))

Questions about LE16 NXS

Does LE16 NXS currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LE16 NXS is valid until 24 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on LE16 NXS?
The MOT on LE16 NXS is valid until 24 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LE16 NXS done?
LE16 NXS was recorded at 72,970 miles at its MOT on 25 Sept 2026, an average of 5,500 miles a year.
Has LE16 NXS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LE16 NXS has failed 3 of its 11 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on LE16 NXS 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 NXS find?
LE16 NXS passed its latest MOT on 25 Sept 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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