2017 KIA Carens 1.7L Diesel · LP17 YPL
2017 KIA Carens (1.7L, diesel). First registered 28 Jul 2017. Recorded mileage 99,928 miles. MOT expired on 11 Sept 2026.
- Make & Model
- KIA CARENS
- Year / Origin
- 2017 · Wimbledon (South London)
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 11 Sept 2026
- Road Tax
- Untaxed (01 Sept 2026)
- Recorded Mileage
- 99,928 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 1.7L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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LP17 YPL Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT failed on 01/09/2026
- 99,928 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 6 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring lighting items (3 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
LP17 YPL 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 2017 Kia Carens (LP17 YPL) between September 2023 and September 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 01 September 2026 was a fail; the vehicle has not passed its last recorded MOT.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Lighting (3 issues), Tyres (2 issues), Suspension (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 3 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: “Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))”; “Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))”; “Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))”.
LP17 YPL Mileage History
- 01/09/202351,173 mi
- 13/09/202465,354 mi+14,181 mi
- 10/09/202585,833 mi+20,479 mi
- 10/09/202585,833 mi
- 01/09/202699,928 mi+14,095 mi
Average of roughly 16,244 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Below 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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