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AF54 YLX

2004 Kia Carens

Grey Petrol 1794cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jul 2026
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

100,125 mi
Last recorded100,125 miles
Recorded on7 Jul 2025
Typical for 2004 Kia Carens62,611 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF54 YLX
MakeKia
ModelCarens
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,794cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Jul 2025 100,125 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 30 Aug 2024 94,053 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2023 89,686 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2023 89,686 miles

Offside Front Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 15 Aug 2022 86,422 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 17 Aug 2021 83,515 miles

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 7 Aug 2020 81,685 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2020 81,685 miles

Central Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 19 Aug 2019 79,571 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2018 77,228 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2017 74,758 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2016 72,001 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2015 65,857 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 22 Jul 2014 58,883 miles

O/S/F seat belt lock mechanism operates when belt is being full exrended Operates correctly when in buckle

Pass 23 Jul 2013 52,706 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2013 52,706 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 21 Aug 2012 48,087 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2011 45,466 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

advise o/s/r inner edge low no cords or ply showing

Pass 5 Aug 2010 33,198 miles

Offside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

advise rear number plate

Pass 26 Aug 2009 21,863 miles

Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

advise handbrake travel

Pass 7 Aug 2008 9,873 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2007 8,468 miles

How Reliable is the Kia Carens?

Based on 476,991 MOT tests across 36,863 vehicles.

70.3%
Pass Rate
6,950
Miles/Year
26
Year Lifespan
36,863
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 29,613
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 18,176
parking brake recording little or no effort 12,318
position lamp(s) not working 11,979
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 10,018
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AF54 YLX is a 2004 Kia Carens in Grey with a 1,794cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

Across all 2004 Kia Carens models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.8% with a typical mileage of 62,611 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Kia Carens fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 29,613 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AF54 YLX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kia Carens typically stays on UK roads for around 26 years. At 22 years old, this Kia Carens is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of AF54 YLX?

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What year was AF54 YLX registered?

AF54 YLX is a 2004 Kia Carens, first registered on 1 September 2004.

Is AF54 YLX safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF54 YLX shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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