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BN15 NYW

2015 Kia Carens

Black Diesel 1685cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Apr 2027
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

117,566 mi
Last recorded117,566 miles
Recorded on25 Mar 2026
Typical for 2015 Kia Carens55,640 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN15 NYW
MakeKia
ModelCarens
Year2015
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,685cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Mar 2026 117,566 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

both front cornering lights inop

Pass 25 Mar 2025 114,607 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Front Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened All suspension components (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened All suspension components (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 12 Apr 2024 112,537 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 12 Apr 2024 112,537 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 4 Mar 2023 99,513 miles

Nearside Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt central row ()

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

Parking Brake efficiency 19% Brake lock 0%

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread front and rear (0.1 (b))

minor corrosion to some underbody components / panels

undercarriage trays / splash guards / heat shields / engine covers / component covers obscuring some areas and or items

Pass 22 Feb 2022 84,893 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2021 75,457 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2020 68,301 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 21 Feb 2019 54,991 miles

Coolant leak ()

both front steering lights inop

Pass 26 Feb 2018 39,744 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin front pads at 2mm (3.5.1g)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin rear pads at 3mm (3.5.1g)

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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BN15 NYW is a 2015 Kia Carens in Black with a 1,685cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 2015 Kia Carens models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.5% with a typical mileage of 55,640 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 BN15 NYW, 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 11 years old, this Kia Carens is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was BN15 NYW registered?

BN15 NYW is a 2015 Kia Carens, first registered on 2 March 2015.

Is BN15 NYW safe to buy?

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