2013 KIA Carens 1.7L Diesel · FN63 FRR
2013 KIA Carens (1.7L, diesel). First registered 01 Sept 2013. Recorded mileage 82,200 miles. MOT valid until 21 Apr 2027. Taxed until 01 Nov 2026. No outstanding manufacturer safety recalls recorded.
- Make & Model
- KIA CARENS
- Year / Origin
- 2013 · Nottingham
- Safety Recall
- None Outstanding
- MOT Status
- Valid until 21 Apr 2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Nov 2026)
- Recorded Mileage
- 82,200 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- DIESEL · 1.7L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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FN63 FRR Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 27/03/2026
- 82,200 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- 2 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (6 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
FN63 FRR MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2013 Kia Carens (FN63 FRR) between January 2024 and March 2026.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 27 March 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (6 issues), Tyres (1 issue), Lighting (1 issue), Steering (1 issue), Windscreen (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 5 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Recorded failure items include: “Rear Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))”; “Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))”; “Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))”.
FN63 FRR Mileage History
- 24/01/202469,020 mi
- 01/04/202575,090 mi+6,070 mi
- 16/04/202575,126 mi+36 mi
- 23/04/202575,127 mi+1 mi
- 27/03/202682,200 mi+7,073 mi
Average of roughly 6,071 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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