2016 KIA Carens 1.7L Diesel · JG16 ACG

The vehicle presents a high standard of roadworthiness with a consistently stable maintenance trend. The most recent inspection conducted in December 2025 at 97,504 miles resulted in a pass with no recorded defects or advisories. This clean record across the last five annual tests suggests the previous owners have maintained the vehicle effectively, as no recurring mechanical or structural failures were flagged by the DVSA testers. The mileage accumulation is remarkably consistent for a ten-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 9,750 miles per annum. Between December 2021 at 50,187 miles and December 2025 at 97,504 miles, the car covered 47,317 miles, showing a steady usage pattern without long periods of neglect or sudden spikes in mileage. The 12,313 miles driven between the 2024 and 2025 tests further confirms this predictable usage profile typical of a family-car use. Since the MOT history shows no recurring faults such as binding calipers or deteriorating suspension bushes, a physical inspection should focus on standard wear items associated with the 100,000-mile milestone. A buyer should verify the condition of the fluids, the state of the drive belt, and the remaining life of the brake pads and discs. Given the clean history, the chassis likely remains free of significant structural corrosion, but a visual check of the underbody remains advisable to ensure no hidden rust has developed since the last test.