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FV16 OGM

2016 Kia Carens

Silver Diesel 1685cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Dec 2026
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

113,567 mi
Last recorded113,567 miles
Recorded on10 Dec 2025
Typical for 2016 Kia Carens49,747 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV16 OGM
MakeKia
ModelCarens
Year2016
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,685cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Dec 2025 113,567 miles
Fail 4 Dec 2025 113,438 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Handbrake travel slightly high

Pass 13 Nov 2024 98,107 miles

TPMS Light on

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Parking brake travel high

Spare wheel loose

Pass 7 Dec 2023 85,896 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Fail 6 Dec 2023 85,896 miles

Nearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 24 Nov 2022 75,316 miles

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Fail 24 Nov 2022 75,316 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Handbrake travel high

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

Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

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

Pass 30 Nov 2021 63,721 miles

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

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both front arm rear bush perished (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both front tyres cracked in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn Rear axle bushes slight play (5.1.2 (b) (i))

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

Fail 30 Nov 2021 63,721 miles

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

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

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both front arm rear bush perished (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both front tyres cracked in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn Rear axle bushes slight play (5.1.2 (b) (i))

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

Pass 3 Dec 2020 55,989 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2019 40,621 miles

Offside Rear 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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FV16 OGM is a 2016 Kia Carens in Silver with a 1,685cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

Across all 2016 Kia Carens models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.5% with a typical mileage of 49,747 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 FV16 OGM, 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 10 years old, this Kia Carens is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FV16 OGM registered?

FV16 OGM is a 2016 Kia Carens, first registered on 10 June 2016.

Is FV16 OGM safe to buy?

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