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AP08 VCL

2008 Kia Carens

Black Diesel 1991cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Aug 2016
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

135,961 mi
Last recorded135,961 miles
Recorded on10 Aug 2015
Typical for 2008 Kia Carens66,742 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAP08 VCL
MakeKia
ModelCarens
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,991cc

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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 10 Aug 2015 135,961 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2014 135,713 miles
Pass 18 May 2011 53,716 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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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AP08 VCL is a 2008 Kia Carens in Black with a 1,991cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 3 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 AP08 VCL, 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 AP08 VCL registered?

AP08 VCL is a 2008 Kia Carens, first registered on 18 July 2008.

Is AP08 VCL safe to buy?

The MOT history for AP08 VCL shows 3 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does AP08 VCL have outstanding finance?

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