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White · Diesel · 2018 · 1,685 cc

LG18 MTYMOT history

LG18 MTY is a white diesel Kia Carens first used on 27 Apr 2018. Its MOT is valid until 26 Apr 2027 and it has passed 6 of 9 MOT tests, with 54,762 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 Apr 2026.

LG18 MTY white Kia Carens – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Kia Carens, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 26 Apr 2027
Mileage
54,762 mi
At MOT on 1 Apr 2026
MOT tests
9
6 passed · 3 failed
Per year
7,479 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LG18 MTY
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Kia
Model
Carens
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,685 cc
Year of manufacture
2018
First used
27 Apr 2018
MOT status
MOT valid until 26 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
1 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LG18 MTY was last recorded at 54,762 miles on 1 Apr 2026, 8,560 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
46,202 miles · 23 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
8,560 miles
Average per year
7,479 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 54,762 miles
  • 2025 – 46,202 miles
  • 2024 – 37,636 miles
  • 2023 – 30,002 miles
  • 2022 – 24,584 miles
  • 2021 – 17,678 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass54,762 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre Inner edge
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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 Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2024

Full MOT history

9 tests since 16 Apr 2021, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass54,762 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    54,762 miles
    Test number
    965624069669
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre Inner edge
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  2. Fail54,762 miles (+8,560)1 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,762 miles
    Test number
    965598869443
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre Inner edge
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  3. Pass46,202 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    46,202 miles
    Test number
    188440921304
    • MinorFront Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  4. Fail46,202 miles (+8,566)1 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,202 miles
    Test number
    142053775778
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorFront Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre Inner edge
  5. Pass37,636 miles (+7,634)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    37,636 miles
    Test number
    990738551580
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Slight worn on edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Slight worn on edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  6. Pass30,002 miles (+5,418)
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    30,002 miles
    Test number
    390659683984

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass24,584 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    24,584 miles
    Test number
    631793578902
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • 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))
  8. Fail24,584 miles (+6,906)1 dangerous5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    24,584 miles
    Test number
    278809989639
    • DangerousNearside Front Outer Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  9. Pass17,678 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    17,678 miles
    Test number
    534704800218
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Questions about LG18 MTY

Does LG18 MTY currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LG18 MTY is valid until 26 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on LG18 MTY?
The MOT on LG18 MTY is valid until 26 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 MTY done?
LG18 MTY was recorded at 54,762 miles at its MOT on 1 Apr 2026, an average of 7,479 miles a year.
Has LG18 MTY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LG18 MTY has failed 3 of its 9 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on LG18 MTY 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 MTY find?
LG18 MTY passed its latest MOT on 1 Apr 2026 with 2 advisories: nearside rear nail in tyre inner edge; offside front lower suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement.

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