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Kia Carens

Black · Diesel · 2016 · 1,685 cc

LE16 NZHMOT history

LE16 NZH is a black diesel Kia Carens first used on 1 Jul 2016. Its MOT is valid until 23 Aug 2027 and it has passed 8 of 12 MOT tests, with 128,965 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Aug 2026.

LE16 NZH black Kia Carens – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Kia Carens, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 23 Aug 2027
Mileage
128,965 mi
At MOT on 12 Aug 2026
MOT tests
12
8 passed · 4 failed
Per year
12,954 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LE16 NZH
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Kia
Model
Carens
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,685 cc
Year of manufacture
2016
First used
1 Jul 2016
MOT status
MOT valid until 23 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
12 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LE16 NZH was last recorded at 128,965 miles on 12 Aug 2026, 14,527 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
114,438 miles · 21 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
14,527 miles
Average per year
12,954 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 128,965 miles
  • 2025 – 114,438 miles
  • 2024 – 100,402 miles
  • 2023 – 83,996 miles
  • 2022 – 71,072 miles
  • 2021 – 62,094 miles
  • 2020 – 50,314 miles
  • 2019 – 38,560 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass128,965 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2021

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 Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

Full MOT history

12 tests since 20 Aug 2019, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass128,965 miles (+14,527)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    128,965 miles
    Test number
    430119828806
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  2. Pass114,438 miles (+14,036)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    114,438 miles
    Test number
    883567724093
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOdd tyres fitted to rear
  3. Pass100,402 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    100,402 miles
    Test number
    248131277117
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  4. Fail100,402 miles (+16,406)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,402 miles
    Test number
    352286796286
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  5. Pass83,996 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    83,996 miles
    Test number
    569400503976
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view stonechip (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  6. Fail83,996 miles (+12,924)1 repaired1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,996 miles
    Test number
    976477101985
    • Repaired at testRear Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view stonechip (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  7. Pass71,072 miles (+8,978)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    71,072 miles
    Test number
    401008551947
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  8. Pass62,094 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    62,094 miles
    Test number
    149499964577
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  9. Fail62,094 miles (+11,780)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,094 miles
    Test number
    178563965882
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  10. Pass50,314 miles (+11,754)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    50,314 miles
    Test number
    561564252420
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge EDGE (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisorySpare tyre defective FLAT
  11. Pass38,560 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    38,560 miles
    Test number
    390938759254

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail38,560 miles2 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,560 miles
    Test number
    186945500174
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Questions about LE16 NZH

Does LE16 NZH currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LE16 NZH is valid until 23 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on LE16 NZH?
The MOT on LE16 NZH is valid until 23 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LE16 NZH done?
LE16 NZH was recorded at 128,965 miles at its MOT on 12 Aug 2026, an average of 12,954 miles a year.
Has LE16 NZH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LE16 NZH has failed 4 of its 12 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Aug 2024.
Has the mileage on LE16 NZH 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 NZH find?
LE16 NZH passed its latest MOT on 12 Aug 2026 with 1 advisory: front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread.

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