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Kia Carens

Blue · Diesel · 2015 · 1,685 cc

S27 ABUMOT history

S27 ABU is a blue diesel Kia Carens first used on 29 Oct 2015. Its MOT is valid until 27 May 2027 and it has passed 9 of 10 MOT tests, with 157,939 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 May 2026.

S27 ABU blue Kia Carens – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 27 May 2027
Mileage
157,939 mi
At MOT on 28 May 2026
MOT tests
10
9 passed · 1 failed
Per year
18,721 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S27 ABU
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Kia
Model
Carens
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,685 cc
Year of manufacture
2015
First used
29 Oct 2015
MOT status
MOT valid until 27 May 2027
Latest MOT test
28 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S27 ABU was last recorded at 157,939 miles on 28 May 2026, 18,760 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
139,179 miles · 13 May 2025
Between the last two tests
18,760 miles
Average per year
18,721 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 157,939 miles
  • 2025 – 139,179 miles
  • 2024 – 120,528 miles
  • 2023 – 98,495 miles
  • 2022 – 83,485 miles
  • 2021 – 49,260 miles
  • 2020 – 35,135 miles
  • 2019 – 18,667 miles
  • 2018 – 11,040 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass157,939 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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.

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Front tyre wearing outer edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

10 tests since 23 Jul 2018, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass157,939 miles (+18,760)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2027
    Odometer
    157,939 miles
    Test number
    664047749081
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  2. Pass139,179 miles (+18,651)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2026
    Odometer
    139,179 miles
    Test number
    127576947202
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  3. Pass120,528 miles (+22,033)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    120,528 miles
    Test number
    494233026360
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  4. Pass98,495 miles (+270)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    98,495 miles
    Test number
    414078924852
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre wearing outer edge
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  5. Fail98,225 miles (+14,740)1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,225 miles
    Test number
    470834943848
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre wearing outer edge
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  6. Pass83,485 miles (+34,225)
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    83,485 miles
    Test number
    151418707112

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass49,260 miles (+14,125)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    49,260 miles
    Test number
    918655944180
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  8. Pass35,135 miles (+16,468)
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    35,135 miles
    Test number
    662028915894

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass18,667 miles (+7,627)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    18,667 miles
    Test number
    888426140739
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
  10. Pass11,040 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    11,040 miles
    Test number
    329841079627

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S27 ABU

Does S27 ABU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S27 ABU is valid until 27 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on S27 ABU?
The MOT on S27 ABU is valid until 27 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S27 ABU done?
S27 ABU was recorded at 157,939 miles at its MOT on 28 May 2026, an average of 18,721 miles a year.
Has S27 ABU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S27 ABU has failed 1 of its 10 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Jun 2023.
Has the mileage on S27 ABU 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 S27 ABU find?
S27 ABU passed its latest MOT on 28 May 2026 with 1 advisory: offside front tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing.

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