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AM08 LVX

2008 Kia Carens

Black Diesel 1991cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 May 2017
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

84,266 mi
Last recorded84,266 miles
Recorded on31 May 2016
Typical for 2008 Kia Carens66,742 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAM08 LVX
MakeKia
ModelCarens
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,991cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 May 2016 84,266 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner shoulder (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Fail 31 May 2016 84,266 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner shoulder (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 4 May 2015 70,525 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2014 52,219 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2013 46,482 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2013 44,393 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2012 37,375 miles

o/s/f tyre has worn on inner edge and also has slight damage to outer side wall

Pass 23 Mar 2011 26,845 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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AM08 LVX is a 2008 Kia Carens in Black with a 1,991cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 AM08 LVX, 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

How do I check the history of AM08 LVX?

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What year was AM08 LVX registered?

AM08 LVX is a 2008 Kia Carens, first registered on 31 March 2008.

Is AM08 LVX safe to buy?

The MOT history for AM08 LVX shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does AM08 LVX have outstanding finance?

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