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Silver · Diesel · 2008 · 1,991 cc

LE57 UBUMOT history

LE57 UBU is a silver diesel Kia Carens first used on 27 Feb 2008. Its MOT expired on 22 Jan 2026 and it has passed 14 of 21 MOT tests, with 112,218 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Jan 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 22 Jan 2026
Mileage
112,218 mi
At MOT on 23 Jan 2025
MOT tests
21
14 passed · 7 failed
Per year
6,559 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LE57 UBU
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
27 Feb 2008
MOT status
MOT expired on 22 Jan 2026
Latest MOT test
23 Jan 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LE57 UBU was last recorded at 112,218 miles on 23 Jan 2025, 12,450 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Oct 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
99,768 miles · 10 Oct 2023
Between the last two tests
12,450 miles
Average per year
6,559 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 112,218 miles
  • 2023 – 99,768 miles
  • 2022 – 89,180 miles
  • 2021 – 81,591 miles
  • 2020 – 78,754 miles
  • 2019 – 74,332 miles
  • 2018 – 68,362 miles
  • 2017 – 61,912 miles
  • 2016 – 56,431 miles
  • 2015 – 50,018 miles
  • 2014 – 42,742 miles
  • 2013 – 35,221 miles
  • 2012 – 29,712 miles
  • 2011 – 20,938 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass112,218 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (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.

  • Offside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Rear Seats were down could not test seat belts

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

Full MOT history

21 tests since 23 Feb 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass112,218 miles (+12,450)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    112,218 miles
    Test number
    174265780417
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass99,768 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    99,768 miles
    Test number
    457951023468
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Seats were down could not test seat belts

  3. Fail99,768 miles (+10,588)1 dangerous1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,768 miles
    Test number
    381086534710
    • DangerousNearside Front Wheel bearing so rough it is likely to overheat or break up (5.1.3 (b) (ii))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Seats were down could not test seat belts

  4. Pass89,180 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    89,180 miles
    Test number
    306776534898
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  5. Fail89,180 miles (+7,589)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,180 miles
    Test number
    611263600560
    • MajorBrake pedal has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass81,591 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    81,591 miles
    Test number
    576928321988

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail81,591 miles (+9)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,591 miles
    Test number
    448760303980
    • MajorCoil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorFront Anti-roll bar damaged and seriously weakened x2 (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  8. Fail81,582 miles (+2,828)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,582 miles
    Test number
    338107840677
    • DangerousFront Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm X2 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin X2 (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass78,754 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    78,754 miles
    Test number
    151963382480
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  10. Fail78,754 miles (+4,422)2 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,754 miles
    Test number
    775167876693
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  11. Pass74,332 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    74,332 miles
    Test number
    536730178066
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  12. Fail74,332 miles (+5,970)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,332 miles
    Test number
    781848176367
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  13. Pass68,362 miles (+6,450)
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    68,362 miles
    Test number
    239401993956

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass61,912 miles (+5,481)
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    61,912 miles
    Test number
    990884152044

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass56,431 miles (+6,413)
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    56,431 miles
    Test number
    877655198507

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass50,018 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    50,018 miles
    Test number
    466931345003
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  17. FailMileage not read1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    215150245021
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  18. Pass42,742 miles (+7,521)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    42,742 miles
    Test number
    166282644449
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Pass35,221 miles (+5,509)
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    35,221 miles
    Test number
    277106853025

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass29,712 miles (+8,774)
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    29,712 miles
    Test number
    319721322134

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass20,938 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    20,938 miles
    Test number
    968534651089

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LE57 UBU

Does LE57 UBU currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LE57 UBU expired on 22 Jan 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LE57 UBU?
The MOT on LE57 UBU expired on 22 Jan 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LE57 UBU done?
LE57 UBU was recorded at 112,218 miles at its MOT on 23 Jan 2025, an average of 6,559 miles a year.
Has LE57 UBU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LE57 UBU has failed 7 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Oct 2023.
Has the mileage on LE57 UBU 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 UBU find?
LE57 UBU passed its latest MOT on 23 Jan 2025 with 2 advisories: offside front anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play; rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both.

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