2018 KIA Carens 1.7L Diesel · LM18 FNH
2018 KIA Carens (1.7L, diesel). First registered 27 Apr 2018. Recorded mileage 88,880 miles. MOT valid until 25 Apr 2027. Taxed until 01 Apr 2027.
- Make & Model
- KIA CARENS
- Year / Origin
- 2018 · Wimbledon (South London)
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 25 Apr 2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Apr 2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 88,880 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 1.7L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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LM18 FNH Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 02/04/2026
- 88,880 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
- Recurring tyres items (4 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
LM18 FNH 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 2018 Kia Carens (LM18 FNH) between April 2023 and April 2026.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 02 April 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: Tyres (4 issues), Windscreen (2 issues), Brakes (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 4 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: “Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))”.
LM18 FNH Mileage History
- 17/04/202348,643 mi
- 16/04/202461,689 mi+13,046 mi
- 02/04/202573,296 mi+11,607 mi
- 01/04/202688,880 mi+15,584 mi
- 02/04/202688,880 mi
Average of roughly 13,598 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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