KIA CARENS2017 · 1.7L Diesel

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness profile with a remarkably clean maintenance history. The most recent MOT test on 3 January 2026 at 76,993 miles resulted in a pass with no defects recorded, following a failure just the previous day at the same mileage. This sequence suggests a clerical error or a minor, rectified item that was rectified immediately, as the vehicle has since maintained a perfect record without any advisory notices or failures over the preceding three years. The mileage pattern remains consistent with typical usage for a nine-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 8,500 miles per annum. Between the 2023 test at 38,203 miles and the 2025 test at 57,740 miles, the car covered 19,537 miles, indicating a steady usage rate. The subsequent 19,253 miles recorded between January 2025 and January 2026 confirm this regular driving habit, which helps mitigate the risk of seized components or degraded fluid chemistry common in vehicles that sit for long periods. Because the MOT history shows no advisories regarding suspension bushes, brake components, or structural corrosion, a physical inspection should focus on verifying the condition of consumables not covered by the annual test. A buyer should check for uneven tyre wear and inspect the state of the brake pads, as the record does not flag binding calipers. Given the lack of reported mechanical issues, the vehicle appears to have been maintained to a high standard that prioritised legal compliance and operational safety.