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Silver · Diesel · 2013 · 1,685 cc

T16 BYLMOT history

T16 BYL is a silver diesel Kia Carens first used on 18 Sept 2013. Its MOT is valid until 3 Oct 2027 and it has passed 11 of 15 MOT tests, with 94,118 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Sept 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 3 Oct 2027
Mileage
94,118 mi
At MOT on 10 Sept 2026
MOT tests
15
11 passed · 4 failed
Per year
6,577 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T16 BYL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Kia
Model
Carens
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,685 cc
Year of manufacture
2013
First used
18 Sept 2013
MOT status
MOT valid until 3 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
10 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T16 BYL was last recorded at 94,118 miles on 10 Sept 2026, 2,794 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
91,324 miles · 5 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
2,794 miles
Average per year
6,577 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 94,118 miles
  • 2025 – 91,324 miles
  • 2024 – 83,750 miles
  • 2023 – 78,734 miles
  • 2022 – 73,722 miles
  • 2021 – 66,812 miles
  • 2020 – 60,243 miles
  • 2019 – 55,395 miles
  • 2018 – 47,675 miles
  • 2017 – 39,722 miles
  • 2016 – 27,421 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass94,118 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Coolant leak radiator

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Spare tyre defective valve leaking

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

15 tests since 20 Jul 2016, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass94,118 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    94,118 miles
    Test number
    487517105987

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail94,118 miles (+2,794)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,118 miles
    Test number
    861953692441
    • MajorNearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting rear sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

  3. Pass91,324 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    91,324 miles
    Test number
    397355933209

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail91,324 miles (+7,574)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,324 miles
    Test number
    101438822645
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

  5. Pass83,750 miles (+5,016)
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    83,750 miles
    Test number
    596336475374

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass78,734 miles (+5,012)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    78,734 miles
    Test number
    318037333225
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Coolant leak

  7. Pass73,722 miles (+3)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    73,722 miles
    Test number
    551392458158
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak radiator
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisorySpare tyre defective valve leaking

  8. Fail73,719 miles (+6,907)3 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,719 miles
    Test number
    675186503719
    • MajorNearside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear at fuel tank (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear at fuel tank (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak radiator
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively both (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisorySpare tyre defective valve leaking

  9. Pass66,812 miles (+6,569)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    66,812 miles
    Test number
    351692055620
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  10. Pass60,243 miles (+4,848)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    60,243 miles
    Test number
    881076324935
    • AdvisoryDiscs lipped front

  11. Pass55,395 miles (+7,720)
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    55,395 miles
    Test number
    966709577756

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass47,675 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    47,675 miles
    Test number
    122292131834

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail47,670 miles (+7,948)2 dangerous1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,670 miles
    Test number
    632938275094
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

  14. Pass39,722 miles (+12,301)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    39,722 miles
    Test number
    105887011900
    • AdvisoryNearside rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres are cracking in tread area but not to cords

  15. Pass27,421 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    27,421 miles
    Test number
    513417596865

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T16 BYL

Does T16 BYL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T16 BYL is valid until 3 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on T16 BYL?
The MOT on T16 BYL is valid until 3 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T16 BYL done?
T16 BYL was recorded at 94,118 miles at its MOT on 10 Sept 2026, an average of 6,577 miles a year.
Has T16 BYL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T16 BYL has failed 4 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on T16 BYL 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 T16 BYL find?
T16 BYL passed its latest MOT on 10 Sept 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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