2013 KIA Carens 1.7L Diesel · LJ63 WRC

The most recent MOT on 2026-05-16 recorded a pass , but highlighted rear brake disc wear and a nearside rear tyre close to legal limit . These issues mirror earlier findings, indicating persistent concerns with rear brake components and tyre condition. The prior MOT on 2026-05-15, just one day earlier, resulted in a fail due to multiple critical issues: rear brake disc wear, thin brake pads, a missing fuel cap, a split drive shaft boot, brake binding, shock absorber oil misting, and another tyre defect. This rapid transition from fail to pass suggests urgent repairs were made, but the recurring nature of the problems raises questions about underlying maintenance practices. A pattern of brake and tyre-related defects emerges across multiple MOTs. Rear brake discs were flagged as worn or pitted in 2026, 2025, and 2024, while tyres on the nearside rear and front were repeatedly noted as close to legal limits or damaged. The 2026 fail also identified a split constant velocity boot on the offside front drive shaft, a component critical to drivetrain integrity. These issues suggest potential neglect or excessive use, though the vehicle’s annual mileage of ~8,436 miles aligns with typical usage for its age. Lower mileage might indicate periods of inactivity, but higher mileage could accelerate wear on brakes, suspension, and tyres—both of which are evident here. The condition trend shows no clear improvement .