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LE16 NYX

2016 Kia Carens

Black Diesel 1685cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Dec 2026
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

67,665 mi
Last recorded67,665 miles
Recorded on30 Dec 2025
Typical for 2016 Kia Carens49,747 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLE16 NYX
MakeKia
ModelCarens
Year2016
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,685cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Dec 2025 67,665 miles
Fail 30 Dec 2025 67,665 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Front Inner Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 12 Dec 2024 58,467 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2023 49,611 miles

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

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

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

Offside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted Inner surface (5.2.2 (c) (i))

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

Fail 13 Dec 2023 49,611 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Inner sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

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

Offside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted Inner surface (5.2.2 (c) (i))

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

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

Pass 29 Dec 2022 39,815 miles
Fail 29 Dec 2022 39,815 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 14 Dec 2021 29,800 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2020 22,273 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Jun 2019 11,753 miles

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

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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LE16 NYX is a 2016 Kia Carens in Black with a 1,685cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 LE16 NYX, 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

How do I check the history of LE16 NYX?

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What year was LE16 NYX registered?

LE16 NYX is a 2016 Kia Carens, first registered on 1 July 2016.

Is LE16 NYX safe to buy?

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