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Kia Carens

Silver · Diesel · 2008 · 1,991 cc

LE57 ABUMOT history

LE57 ABU is a silver diesel Kia Carens first used on 31 Jan 2008. Its MOT is valid until 15 Sept 2027 and it has passed 15 of 25 MOT tests, with 190,499 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 31 Aug 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 15 Sept 2027
Mileage
190,499 mi
At MOT on 31 Aug 2026
MOT tests
25
15 passed · 10 failed
Per year
8,748 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LE57 ABU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Kia
Model
Carens
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,991 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
31 Jan 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 15 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
31 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LE57 ABU was last recorded at 190,499 miles on 31 Aug 2026, 13,818 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
176,681 miles · 5 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
13,818 miles
Average per year
8,748 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 190,499 miles
  • 2025 – 176,681 miles
  • 2024 – 163,747 miles
  • 2023 – 156,067 miles
  • 2021 – 150,460 miles
  • 2020 – 138,994 miles
  • 2019 – 124,759 miles
  • 2018 – 113,478 miles
  • 2017 – 102,721 miles
  • 2016 – 97,231 miles
  • 2015 – 88,556 miles
  • 2014 – 81,463 miles
  • 2013 – 74,593 miles
  • 2012 – 67,943 miles
  • 2011 – 53,861 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass190,499 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorNearside Front Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Sills corroded (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Sills corroded (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Coil spring mounting corroded but not seriously weakened Both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both rear (5.2.3 (e))

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.

  • Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2012–2015

  • Front Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 195/65r15

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Front Driver's view Items removed from driver's view prior to test

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 205/65r15

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

25 tests since 17 Jan 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass190,499 miles1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    190,499 miles
    Test number
    939674742144
    • MinorNearside Front Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Sills corroded (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Sills corroded (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring mounting corroded but not seriously weakened Both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both rear (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Fail190,499 miles (+13,818)1 repaired1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    190,499 miles
    Test number
    390615563105
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Sills corroded (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Sills corroded (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring mounting corroded but not seriously weakened Both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both rear (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass176,681 miles (+593)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    176,681 miles
    Test number
    826415639192
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 195/65r15 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Fail176,088 miles (+12,341)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    176,088 miles
    Test number
    433376459716
    • MajorFront Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 195/65r15 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Pass163,747 miles (+330)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    163,747 miles
    Test number
    231014497447
    • AdvisoryFront Driver's view Items removed from driver's view prior to test (3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 205/65r15 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 215/65r15 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Fail163,417 miles (+7,350)4 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    163,417 miles
    Test number
    345260704748
    • MajorNearside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view wing mirror glass. (3.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Driver's view Items removed from driver's view prior to test (3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 205/65r15 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 215/65r15 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass156,067 miles (+5,607)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    156,067 miles
    Test number
    327725664633
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  8. Pass150,460 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    150,460 miles
    Test number
    660854572117
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Fail150,460 miles (+11,466)4 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    150,460 miles
    Test number
    848862362366
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass138,994 miles (+14,235)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    138,994 miles
    Test number
    187347837321
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

  11. Pass124,759 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    124,759 miles
    Test number
    593610353553
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  12. Fail124,759 miles (+11,281)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,759 miles
    Test number
    139549146550
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  13. Pass113,478 miles (+10,757)
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    113,478 miles
    Test number
    222522969892

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass102,721 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    102,721 miles
    Test number
    510311291290

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail102,720 miles (+5,489)3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,720 miles
    Test number
    424522415881
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm bold on the outer edge (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit outer edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  16. Pass97,231 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    97,231 miles
    Test number
    528801957144
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre has nail in tread.
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)

  17. Fail97,231 miles (+8,675)4 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,231 miles
    Test number
    981483490167
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre has nail in tread.
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)

  18. Fail88,556 miles1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,556 miles
    Test number
    285160135009
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)

  19. Pass88,556 miles (+7,093)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    88,556 miles
    Test number
    939900435022
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)

  20. Pass81,463 miles1 advisory5 notes
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    81,463 miles
    Test number
    305263024027
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteHeadlamp masks/converters fitted
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteOffside front door latch intermitantly not working properly.

  21. Fail81,463 miles (+6,870)3 failures3 advisories5 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,463 miles
    Test number
    985571024038
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryBrake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteHeadlamp masks/converters fitted
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteOffside front door latch intermitantly not working properly.

  22. Pass74,593 miles (+6,650)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    74,593 miles
    Test number
    928313523011
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • NoteBoth front tyres wearing on edges
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  23. Pass67,943 miles (+14,082)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    67,943 miles
    Test number
    797115822031
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteFront tyres starting to wear on inner edges

  24. Pass53,861 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    53,861 miles
    Test number
    348688311039

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail53,856 miles1 dangerous3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,856 miles
    Test number
    515177811095
    • DangerousParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about LE57 ABU

Does LE57 ABU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LE57 ABU is valid until 15 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on LE57 ABU?
The MOT on LE57 ABU is valid until 15 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LE57 ABU done?
LE57 ABU was recorded at 190,499 miles at its MOT on 31 Aug 2026, an average of 8,748 miles a year.
Has LE57 ABU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LE57 ABU has failed 10 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 31 Aug 2026.
Has the mileage on LE57 ABU 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 LE57 ABU find?
LE57 ABU passed its latest MOT on 31 Aug 2026 with 1 minor defect and 8 advisories: nearside front side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light; front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front; nearside rear tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords, and 6 more.

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