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Kia Ceed

Bronze · Diesel · 2007 · 1,582 cc

DS 7212MOT history

DS 7212 is a bronze diesel Kia Ceed first used on 22 Nov 2007. Its MOT is valid until 16 Dec 2026 and it has passed 16 of 22 MOT tests, with 106,770 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Nov 2025.

DS 7212 bronze Kia Ceed – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Kia Ceed, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 16 Dec 2026
Mileage
106,770 mi
At MOT on 28 Nov 2025
MOT tests
22
16 passed · 6 failed
Per year
5,428 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
DS 7212
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Kia
Model
Ceed
Colour
Bronze
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,582 cc
Year of manufacture
2007
First used
22 Nov 2007
MOT status
MOT valid until 16 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
28 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

DS 7212 was last recorded at 106,770 miles on 28 Nov 2025, 1,542 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
105,228 miles · 26 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
1,542 miles
Average per year
5,428 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 106,770 miles
  • 2024 – 105,228 miles
  • 2023 – 103,540 miles
  • 2022 – 101,762 miles
  • 2021 – 99,947 miles
  • 2020 – 95,763 miles
  • 2019 – 95,622 miles
  • 2018 – 89,793 miles
  • 2017 – 83,551 miles
  • 2016 – 77,156 miles
  • 2015 – 70,613 miles
  • 2014 – 63,718 miles
  • 2013 – 55,204 miles
  • 2012 – 45,598 miles
  • 2011 – 34,127 miles
  • 2010 – 25,182 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass106,770 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2016

  • Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2015

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2014

Full MOT history

22 tests since 17 Nov 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass106,770 miles (+1,542)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    106,770 miles
    Test number
    135686340385
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  2. Pass105,228 miles (+32)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    105,228 miles
    Test number
    616162235385
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  3. Fail105,196 miles (+1,656)3 dangerous6 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,196 miles
    Test number
    627655293157
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 205/55X16 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorBrake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass103,540 miles (+1,778)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    103,540 miles
    Test number
    965247131738
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Pass101,762 miles (+1,815)
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    101,762 miles
    Test number
    664724453032

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass99,947 miles (+2,039)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    99,947 miles
    Test number
    564154918412
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass97,908 miles (+12)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    97,908 miles
    Test number
    751775798778

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail97,896 miles (+2,133)1 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,896 miles
    Test number
    213503854683
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass95,763 miles (+141)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    95,763 miles
    Test number
    929839713098
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Fail95,622 miles (+5,829)4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,622 miles
    Test number
    286180445402
    • MajorFront Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass89,793 miles (+6,242)
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    89,793 miles
    Test number
    464657580832

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass83,551 miles (+6,395)
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    83,551 miles
    Test number
    848201337730

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass77,156 miles (+6,543)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    77,156 miles
    Test number
    205245444985
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre inner edge worn
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  14. Pass70,613 miles (+6,895)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    70,613 miles
    Test number
    541472784835
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  15. Pass63,718 miles (+8,514)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    63,718 miles
    Test number
    129623304383
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass55,204 miles (+370)
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    55,204 miles
    Test number
    547714923361

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail54,834 miles (+9,236)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,834 miles
    Test number
    997305413353
    • FailureNearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

  18. Pass45,598 miles (+245)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    45,598 miles
    Test number
    396547022352
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  19. Fail45,353 miles (+11,226)2 failures6 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,353 miles
    Test number
    197439612321
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureSteering column universal joint has excessive play (2.1.5)
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  20. Pass34,127 miles (+8,945)
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    34,127 miles
    Test number
    138890721388

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail25,182 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    25,182 miles
    Test number
    233571320385
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

  22. Pass25,182 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    25,182 miles
    Test number
    680571320369

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about DS 7212

What vehicle is registration DS 7212 currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show DS 7212 on a bronze diesel Kia Ceed first used on 22 Nov 2007. Dateless registrations can be transferred between vehicles, so earlier MOT tests may have been under a different registration. Registered keeper details are not public and are not shown.
Does DS 7212 currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on DS 7212 is valid until 16 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on DS 7212?
The MOT on DS 7212 is valid until 16 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has DS 7212 done?
DS 7212 was recorded at 106,770 miles at its MOT on 28 Nov 2025, an average of 5,428 miles a year.
Has DS 7212 ever failed its MOT?
Yes. DS 7212 has failed 6 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Nov 2024.
Has the mileage on DS 7212 ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on DS 7212 find?
DS 7212 passed its latest MOT on 28 Nov 2025 with 3 advisories: front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread; nearside front service brake binding but not excessively; offside front service brake binding but not excessively.

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