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BF57 KXZ

2007 Kia Carens

Black Diesel 1991cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Feb 2017
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

73,371 mi
Last recorded73,371 miles
Recorded on15 Feb 2016
Typical for 2007 Kia Carens70,418 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBF57 KXZ
MakeKia
ModelCarens
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,991cc

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 Feb 2016 73,371 miles

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

Fail 15 Feb 2016 73,371 miles

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 13 Feb 2015 66,273 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

Pass 19 Sep 2014 66,188 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

nearside front dip beam has slightly reduced output

Fail 17 Sep 2014 66,184 miles

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

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

nearside front dip beam has slightly reduced output

Pass 19 Feb 2013 51,908 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

seats in boot folded down seatbelts not checked

wear on brake discs front & rear

Fail 19 Feb 2013 51,908 miles

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

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

seats in boot folded down seatbelts not checked

wear on brake discs front & rear

Pass 11 Oct 2011 37,671 miles

o/s front seat belt webbing slightly fluffing on edge

rear seats in folded down position not allowing full inspection

Fail 5 Oct 2010 24,328 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 5 Oct 2010 24,328 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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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BF57 KXZ is a 2007 Kia Carens in Black with a 1,991cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 2007 Kia Carens models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.2% with a typical mileage of 70,418 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 BF57 KXZ, 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 19 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 BF57 KXZ registered?

BF57 KXZ is a 2007 Kia Carens, first registered on 12 October 2007.

Is BF57 KXZ safe to buy?

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