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DS57 LTF

2007 Kia Carens

Grey Diesel 1991cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Dec 2022
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

77,469 mi
Last recorded77,469 miles
Recorded on17 Dec 2021
Typical for 2007 Kia Carens70,418 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDS57 LTF
MakeKia
ModelCarens
Year2007
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,991cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 17 Dec 2021 77,469 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

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

Pass 9 Dec 2020 70,410 miles

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective both (3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Pass 3 May 2019 61,549 miles

Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Fail 2 May 2019 61,545 miles

Rear Vehicle structure is deformed and structural rigidity is significantly reduced penal (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 1 May 2018 54,677 miles

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

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Rear registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 25 Jan 2017 47,274 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2015 43,310 miles

Engine oil leak from sump gasket area (n/s )

Nearside Rear Cracks within tread

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

Uneven application on handbrake

Fail 12 Oct 2015 43,310 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Rear Cracks within tread

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

Uneven application on handbrake

Pass 14 Oct 2014 39,562 miles

h/brake pulling uneven

Fail 13 Oct 2014 39,562 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

h/brake pulling uneven

Pass 12 Nov 2013 34,627 miles

both front tyres close to limit

Pass 11 Oct 2012 29,031 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2011 24,057 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 6 Dec 2010 19,158 miles
Fail 30 Nov 2010 19,069 miles

Nearside Inner Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Inner Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (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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DS57 LTF is a 2007 Kia Carens in Grey with a 1,991cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 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 DS57 LTF, 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.

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What year was DS57 LTF registered?

DS57 LTF is a 2007 Kia Carens, first registered on 7 December 2007.

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