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LE16 NZH

2016 Kia Carens

Black Diesel 1685cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Aug 2027
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

128,965 mi
Last recorded128,965 miles
Recorded on12 Aug 2026
Typical for 2016 Kia Carens49,747 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 Aug 2026 128,965 miles

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

Pass 21 Aug 2025 114,438 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

odd tyres fitted to rear

Pass 22 Aug 2024 100,402 miles

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

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

Fail 22 Aug 2024 100,402 miles

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

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

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

Pass 3 Aug 2023 83,996 miles

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

Offside Front Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view stonechip (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 3 Aug 2023 83,996 miles

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

Offside Front Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view stonechip (3.2 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

Pass 16 Aug 2022 71,072 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 24 Aug 2021 62,094 miles

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

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Fail 24 Aug 2021 62,094 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 18 Aug 2020 50,314 miles

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

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

Spare tyre defective FLAT

Pass 20 Aug 2019 38,560 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2019 38,560 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

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 NZH is a 2016 Kia Carens in Black with a 1,685cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 NZH, 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.

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What year was LE16 NZH registered?

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

Is LE16 NZH safe to buy?

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