KIA Carens MOT Failure Rate — 6-10 Years Old
KIA Carens in this age bracket has a 29.6% failure rate. Key areas to check before your MOT: lamps & electrics and brakes.
Component Risk Breakdown (6-10 Years)
Which parts of a 6-10-year-old KIA Carens are most likely to cause an MOT failure:
How Does This Compare?
KIA Carens MOT failure rate across all age groups:
| Age | Failure Rate | Tests | Worst Area |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0-2 years | 16.3% | 1,302 | Visibility |
| 3-5 years | 20.4% | 14,130 | Tyres |
| 6-10 years | 29.6% | 32,090 | Lamps & Electrics |
| 11-15 years | 49.6% | 17,151 | Lamps & Electrics |
| 15+ years | 58.3% | 4,347 | Brakes |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is a 6-10 year old KIA Carens reliable?
6-10-year-old KIA Carens vehicles have a 29.6% failure rate, which is close to the UK average. It offers typical reliability for this age bracket.
What are the common MOT failures on a 6-10 year old KIA Carens?
The most common MOT failure areas at this age are:
- Lamps & Electrics — 5.4% failure risk
- Brakes — 5.3% failure risk
- Tyres — 4.2% failure risk
How can I prepare my KIA Carens for its MOT?
For a 6-10-year-old KIA Carens, focus on: (1) Lamps & Electrics — the most common failure area at this age. (2) Check all lights and bulbs. (3) Inspect tyres for tread depth and damage. (4) Consider a pre-MOT check at a local garage (£20–£40). You can also use our free prediction tool for a personalised risk breakdown.
Other KIA Carens Age Groups
Data methodology: Failure rates are weighted averages across all mileage bands for the 6-10-year age group, calculated from official DVSA MOT test records. Only combinations with 100+ tests are included. Data covers 142 million MOT tests across the UK.
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