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2016 KIA Carens 1.6L Petrol · HS16 PUV

HS16 PUV

2016 KIA Carens (1.6L, petrol). First registered 29 Apr 2016. Recorded mileage 87,898 miles. MOT valid until 16 Feb 2027.

Make & Model
KIA CARENS
Year / Origin
2016 · Portsmouth
Safety Recall
Unknown
MOT Status
Valid until 16 Feb 2027
Road Tax
—
Recorded Mileage
87,898 mi
ULEZ Compliance
ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
Fuel & Engine
Petrol · 1.6L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults
MOT Status
Valid
Valid until 16 Feb 2027
Tax Status
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Fuel Type
Petrol
Year
2016
Engine
1591cc
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HS16 PUV Key Findings

  • 5 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 17/02/2026
  • 87,898 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 2 historical MOT failures
  • No defects recorded at the latest MOT

Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.

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HS16 PUV MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 16 May 2026, 02:04
MOT Analysis

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 2016 Kia Carens (HS16 PUV) between February 2024 and February 2026.

The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.

The most recent test on 17 February 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.

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HS16 PUV Mileage History

  1. 12/02/202468,139 mi
  2. 12/02/202468,140 mi+1 mi
  3. 28/01/202577,801 mi+9,661 mi
  4. 10/02/202687,849 mi+10,048 mi
  5. 17/02/202687,898 mi+49 mi

Average of roughly 9,805 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

Technical Specifications

ULEZ Compliant

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
73
/ 100 · Average
DVSA Test Records Evaluated

MOT Roadworthiness: Average

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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! Average MOT pass rate (60%)
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