Kia logo

Kia Carens

Silver · Petrol · 2016 · 1,591 cc

LL16 XJZMOT history

LL16 XJZ is a silver petrol Kia Carens first used on 20 May 2016. Its MOT is valid until 1 Jun 2027 and it has passed 8 of 13 MOT tests, with 69,695 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 30 May 2026.

LL16 XJZ silver Kia Carens – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Kia Carens, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 1 Jun 2027
Mileage
69,695 mi
At MOT on 30 May 2026
MOT tests
13
8 passed · 5 failed
Per year
7,745 mi
Average between MOTs
Get reminders for LL16 XJZ in the free Driver Codes app

Vehicle details

Registration
LL16 XJZ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Kia
Model
Carens
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,591 cc
Year of manufacture
2016
First used
20 May 2016
MOT status
MOT valid until 1 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
30 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LL16 XJZ was last recorded at 69,695 miles on 30 May 2026, 62 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 May 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
69,633 miles · 27 May 2026
Between the last two tests
62 miles
Average per year
7,745 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 69,695 miles
  • 2025 – 65,277 miles
  • 2024 – 55,604 miles
  • 2023 – 50,159 miles
  • 2022 – 44,447 miles
  • 2021 – 34,562 miles
  • 2020 – 23,827 miles
  • 2019 – 14,842 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass69,695 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Steering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))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.

  • Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

13 tests since 30 Apr 2019, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass69,695 miles (+62)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    69,695 miles
    Test number
    952076970720
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Steering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail69,633 miles (+4,356)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,633 miles
    Test number
    617749602974
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Steering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass65,277 miles (+9,673)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    65,277 miles
    Test number
    256304507789
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Body component slightly loose (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisorySteering column universal joint has slight wear or play (2.2.2 (c))

  4. Pass55,604 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    55,604 miles
    Test number
    262668196323
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside mirror casing taped

  5. Fail55,604 miles (+5,445)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,604 miles
    Test number
    322775143291
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside mirror casing taped

  6. Pass50,159 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    50,159 miles
    Test number
    231949324993
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  7. Fail50,159 miles (+5,712)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,159 miles
    Test number
    212879723285
    • Repaired at testFront Headlamp aim too low both sides (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  8. Pass44,447 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    44,447 miles
    Test number
    729795760682
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both nearside and offside (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside rear tyre outersidewall is slightly deteriorated
    • AdvisoryTyre pressure lamp is illuminated on the dash

  9. Fail44,447 miles (+9,885)1 repaired1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,447 miles
    Test number
    238623218878
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both nearside and offside (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside rear tyre outersidewall is slightly deteriorated
    • AdvisoryTyre pressure lamp is illuminated on the dash

  10. Pass34,562 miles (+10,735)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    34,562 miles
    Test number
    715578031319

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass23,827 miles (+8,985)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    23,827 miles
    Test number
    852709964738
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  12. Pass14,842 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    14,842 miles
    Test number
    384990624953
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  13. Fail14,842 miles1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    14,842 miles
    Test number
    322257799978
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) lens defective such that the emitted light is adversely affected (4.3.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Questions about LL16 XJZ

Does LL16 XJZ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LL16 XJZ is valid until 1 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on LL16 XJZ?
The MOT on LL16 XJZ is valid until 1 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LL16 XJZ done?
LL16 XJZ was recorded at 69,695 miles at its MOT on 30 May 2026, an average of 7,745 miles a year.
Has LL16 XJZ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LL16 XJZ has failed 5 of its 13 MOT tests, most recently on 27 May 2026.
Has the mileage on LL16 XJZ 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 LL16 XJZ find?
LL16 XJZ passed its latest MOT on 30 May 2026 with 1 advisory: nearside front inner steering linkage ball joint has slight play.

Related registrations

Browse all LL16X registrations

Contains DVSA MOT history data, public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Driver Codes is not affiliated with DVSA or DVLA.