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Silver · Petrol · 2016 · 1,591 cc

LR16 ZXCMOT history

LR16 ZXC is a silver petrol Kia Carens first used on 23 Mar 2016. Its MOT is valid until 26 Sept 2027 and it has passed 8 of 14 MOT tests, with 123,055 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Sept 2026.

LR16 ZXC silver Kia Carens – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Kia Carens, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 26 Sept 2027
Mileage
123,055 mi
At MOT on 14 Sept 2026
MOT tests
14
8 passed · 6 failed
Per year
8,888 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR16 ZXC
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
23 Mar 2016
MOT status
MOT valid until 26 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
14 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR16 ZXC was last recorded at 123,055 miles on 14 Sept 2026, 6,954 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
116,101 miles · 16 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
6,954 miles
Average per year
8,888 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 123,055 miles
  • 2025 – 116,101 miles
  • 2024 – 111,386 miles
  • 2023 – 110,262 miles
  • 2022 – 104,749 miles
  • 2021 – 97,451 miles
  • 2020 – 76,716 miles
  • 2019 – 56,671 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass123,055 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult beltRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryEngine covers fittedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryUnder-shield covers fittedRecorded 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 front bumper damaged and all way round side of car affecting door

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

14 tests since 27 Mar 2019, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass123,055 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    123,055 miles
    Test number
    550129694083
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryEngine covers fitted
    • AdvisoryUnder-shield covers fitted

  2. Fail123,055 miles (+6,954)4 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,055 miles
    Test number
    336285753233
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testTyre pressure monitoring system malfunctioning or obviously inoperative (5.2.3 (h))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryEngine covers fitted
    • AdvisoryUnder-shield covers fitted

  3. Pass116,101 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    116,101 miles
    Test number
    670978999930
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryEngine covers fitted
    • AdvisoryUnder-shield covers fitted

  4. Fail116,101 miles (+4,715)1 repaired1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,101 miles
    Test number
    456512120527
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps x2 (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryEngine covers fitted
    • AdvisoryUnder-shield covers fitted

  5. Pass111,386 miles (+1,124)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    111,386 miles
    Test number
    561287536320
    • AdvisoryRear Brake lining(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass110,262 miles (+3)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    110,262 miles
    Test number
    855753359905
    • AdvisoryNearside front bumper damaged and all way round side of car affecting door

  7. Fail110,259 miles (+5,510)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,259 miles
    Test number
    409314782392
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside front bumper damaged and all way round side of car affecting door

  8. Pass104,749 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    104,749 miles
    Test number
    648181774523
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  9. Fail104,749 miles (+7,298)1 dangerous3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,749 miles
    Test number
    210725340703
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass97,451 miles (+20,735)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    97,451 miles
    Test number
    118589499282
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass76,716 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2021
    Odometer
    76,716 miles
    Test number
    663040554126
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryWindscreen damaged not affecting drivers view of the road

  12. Fail76,716 miles (+20,045)2 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,716 miles
    Test number
    139782658232
    • MajorFront Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryWindscreen damaged not affecting drivers view of the road

  13. Pass56,671 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    56,671 miles
    Test number
    814220720837

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail56,671 miles1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,671 miles
    Test number
    121827847918
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Questions about LR16 ZXC

Does LR16 ZXC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LR16 ZXC is valid until 26 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on LR16 ZXC?
The MOT on LR16 ZXC is valid until 26 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LR16 ZXC done?
LR16 ZXC was recorded at 123,055 miles at its MOT on 14 Sept 2026, an average of 8,888 miles a year.
Has LR16 ZXC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR16 ZXC has failed 6 of its 14 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on LR16 ZXC 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 LR16 ZXC find?
LR16 ZXC passed its latest MOT on 14 Sept 2026 with 3 advisories: nearside rear child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt; engine covers fitted; under-shield covers fitted.

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