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AF08 BJM

2008 Kia Carens

Black Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jun 2021
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

85,636 mi
Last recorded85,636 miles
Recorded on24 Jun 2020
Typical for 2008 Kia Carens66,742 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF08 BJM
MakeKia
ModelCarens
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 24 Jun 2020 85,636 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2019 81,113 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 26 Sep 2018 73,501 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2017 66,827 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

front tyres worn low on inner and outer edges

seat belt not tested o/s/r due to child seat fitted

Pass 12 Sep 2016 58,437 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2014 53,941 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2014 46,330 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

n/s front tyre worn on inner edge

o/s front tyre worn on ir edge

Pass 16 Jan 2013 38,064 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 8 Feb 2012 26,689 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2011 10,870 miles

How Reliable is the Kia Carens?

Based on 476,991 MOT tests across 36,863 vehicles.

70.3%
Pass Rate
6,950
Miles/Year
26
Year Lifespan
36,863
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 29,613
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 18,176
parking brake recording little or no effort 12,318
position lamp(s) not working 11,979
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 10,018
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AF08 BJM is a 2008 Kia Carens in Black with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2008 Kia Carens models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.1% with a typical mileage of 66,742 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Kia Carens fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 29,613 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AF08 BJM, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kia Carens typically stays on UK roads for around 26 years. At 18 years old, this Kia Carens is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AF08 BJM registered?

AF08 BJM is a 2008 Kia Carens, first registered on 31 July 2008.

Is AF08 BJM safe to buy?

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