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Black · Diesel · 2018 · 1,685 cc

LG18 EUJMOT history

LG18 EUJ is a black diesel Kia Carens first used on 20 Mar 2018. Its MOT is valid until 21 Apr 2027 and it has passed 6 of 9 MOT tests, with 128,199 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 31 Mar 2026.

LG18 EUJ black Kia Carens – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Kia Carens, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 21 Apr 2027
Mileage
128,199 mi
At MOT on 31 Mar 2026
MOT tests
9
6 passed · 3 failed
Per year
20,923 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LG18 EUJ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Kia
Model
Carens
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,685 cc
Year of manufacture
2018
First used
20 Mar 2018
MOT status
MOT valid until 21 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
31 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LG18 EUJ was last recorded at 128,199 miles on 31 Mar 2026, 22,084 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
106,115 miles · 10 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
22,084 miles
Average per year
20,923 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 128,199 miles
  • 2025 – 106,115 miles
  • 2024 – 85,243 miles
  • 2023 – 65,182 miles
  • 2022 – 40,017 miles
  • 2021 – 27,205 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass128,199 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorOffside Front Upper Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryFront Number plate damaged
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (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.

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

Full MOT history

9 tests since 2 Jun 2021, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass128,199 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    128,199 miles
    Test number
    258177589994
    • MinorOffside Front Upper Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Number plate damaged
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  2. Fail128,199 miles (+22,084)2 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,199 miles
    Test number
    971668499836
    • MajorRear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Upper Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Number plate damaged
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  3. Pass106,115 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    106,115 miles
    Test number
    449557280244
    • MinorOffside Front Upper Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  4. Fail106,115 miles (+20,872)1 dangerous1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,115 miles
    Test number
    783166240133
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Upper Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  5. Pass85,243 miles (+20,061)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    85,243 miles
    Test number
    747551699483
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  6. Pass65,182 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    65,182 miles
    Test number
    814227916967
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both sides (5.2.3 (e))
  7. Fail65,182 miles (+25,165)2 dangerous4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,182 miles
    Test number
    292675020739
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both sides (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights
  8. Pass40,017 miles (+12,812)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    40,017 miles
    Test number
    742147991062
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights
  9. Pass27,205 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    27,205 miles
    Test number
    747852926563

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LG18 EUJ

Does LG18 EUJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LG18 EUJ is valid until 21 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on LG18 EUJ?
The MOT on LG18 EUJ is valid until 21 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LG18 EUJ done?
LG18 EUJ was recorded at 128,199 miles at its MOT on 31 Mar 2026, an average of 20,923 miles a year.
Has LG18 EUJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LG18 EUJ has failed 3 of its 9 MOT tests, most recently on 31 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on LG18 EUJ 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 LG18 EUJ find?
LG18 EUJ passed its latest MOT on 31 Mar 2026 with 1 minor defect and 3 advisories: offside front upper windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; front number plate damaged; nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge, and 1 more.

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