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Silver · Diesel · 2016 · 1,685 cc

LJ66 ZXUMOT history

LJ66 ZXU is a silver diesel Kia Carens first used on 2 Sept 2016. Its MOT is valid until 13 Aug 2027 and it has passed 8 of 11 MOT tests, with 75,910 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Aug 2026.

LJ66 ZXU silver Kia Carens – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Kia Carens, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 13 Aug 2027
Mileage
75,910 mi
At MOT on 14 Aug 2026
MOT tests
11
8 passed · 3 failed
Per year
8,857 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LJ66 ZXU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Kia
Model
Carens
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,685 cc
Year of manufacture
2016
First used
2 Sept 2016
MOT status
MOT valid until 13 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
14 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LJ66 ZXU was last recorded at 75,910 miles on 14 Aug 2026, 44 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Aug 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
75,866 miles · 13 Aug 2026
Between the last two tests
44 miles
Average per year
8,857 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 75,910 miles
  • 2025 – 67,774 miles
  • 2024 – 60,799 miles
  • 2023 – 51,235 miles
  • 2022 – 40,745 miles
  • 2021 – 29,335 miles
  • 2020 – 21,801 miles
  • 2019 – 14,049 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass75,910 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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 Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass75,910 miles (+44)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    75,910 miles
    Test number
    563742335493
    • 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. Fail75,866 miles (+8,092)1 dangerous2 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,866 miles
    Test number
    151594583652
    • DangerousOffside Rear Inner Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 225/45/17 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • 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. Pass67,774 miles (+6,975)
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    67,774 miles
    Test number
    378188635656

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass60,799 miles (+9,564)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    60,799 miles
    Test number
    913024957969
    • MinorOffside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
  5. Pass51,235 miles (+7)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    51,235 miles
    Test number
    398296274323

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail51,228 miles (+10,483)1 dangerous1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,228 miles
    Test number
    434055305658
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
  7. Pass40,745 miles (+146)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    40,745 miles
    Test number
    397921266515
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  8. Fail40,599 miles (+11,264)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,599 miles
    Test number
    280995070752
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  9. Pass29,335 miles (+7,534)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    29,335 miles
    Test number
    980022286058
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  10. Pass21,801 miles (+7,752)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    21,801 miles
    Test number
    393042388798
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  11. Pass14,049 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    14,049 miles
    Test number
    743574829096

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LJ66 ZXU

Does LJ66 ZXU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LJ66 ZXU is valid until 13 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on LJ66 ZXU?
The MOT on LJ66 ZXU is valid until 13 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LJ66 ZXU done?
LJ66 ZXU was recorded at 75,910 miles at its MOT on 14 Aug 2026, an average of 8,857 miles a year.
Has LJ66 ZXU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LJ66 ZXU has failed 3 of its 11 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Aug 2026.
Has the mileage on LJ66 ZXU 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 LJ66 ZXU find?
LJ66 ZXU passed its latest MOT on 14 Aug 2026 with 2 advisories: nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; offside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge.

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