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Kia Ceed

Black · Diesel · 2013 · 1,582 cc

K18 GWAMOT history

K18 GWA is a black diesel Kia Ceed first used on 26 Mar 2013. Its MOT is valid until 5 Mar 2027 and it has passed 11 of 15 MOT tests, with 86,165 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Oct 2026.

K18 GWA black Kia Ceed – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Kia Ceed, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 5 Mar 2027
Mileage
86,165 mi
At MOT on 26 Feb 2026
MOT tests
15
11 passed · 4 failed
Per year
5,738 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
K18 GWA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Kia
Model
Ceed
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,582 cc
Year of manufacture
2013
First used
26 Mar 2013
MOT status
MOT valid until 5 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
26 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

K18 GWA was last recorded at 86,165 miles on 26 Feb 2026, 7,035 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
79,130 miles · 6 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
7,035 miles
Average per year
5,738 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 86,165 miles
  • 2025 – 79,130 miles
  • 2024 – 72,424 miles
  • 2023 – 66,764 miles
  • 2022 – 65,152 miles
  • 2021 – 61,612 miles
  • 2020 – 54,580 miles
  • 2019 – 46,987 miles
  • 2018 – 36,757 miles
  • 2017 – 32,947 miles
  • 2016 – 29,153 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass86,165 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 225-45-17 (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 225-45-17 (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

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.

  • Both front tyres worn on edges slightly

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Both rear tyres worn heavily on edges and perishing slightly

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear most

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

15 tests since 21 Mar 2016, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass86,165 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    86,165 miles
    Test number
    624163011943
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 225-45-17 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 225-45-17 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
  2. Fail86,165 miles (+7,035)1 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,165 miles
    Test number
    644100152058
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 225-45-17 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 225-45-17 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
  3. Pass79,130 miles (+5)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    79,130 miles
    Test number
    332976980757
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres worn on edges slightly
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres worn heavily on edges and perishing slightly
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear most (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  4. Fail79,125 miles (+6,701)1 dangerous2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,125 miles
    Test number
    573242354629
    • DangerousNearside Front Track rod end ball joint worn to the extent there is a serious risk of detachment (2.1.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres worn on edges slightly
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres worn heavily on edges and perishing slightly
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear most (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  5. Pass72,424 miles (+5,660)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    72,424 miles
    Test number
    235882333227
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres worn on edges slightly
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  6. Pass66,764 miles (+1,612)
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    66,764 miles
    Test number
    430590922185

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass65,152 miles (+3,540)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    65,152 miles
    Test number
    245604179642

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass61,612 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    61,612 miles
    Test number
    846820117094

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail61,612 miles (+7,032)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,612 miles
    Test number
    152065975864
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Rear bush in n/s front suspension arm. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
  10. Pass54,580 miles (+11)
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    54,580 miles
    Test number
    776991563654

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail54,569 miles (+7,582)1 dangerous1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,569 miles
    Test number
    610716351114
    • DangerousOffside Front Track rod end ball joint worn to the extent there is a serious risk of detachment (2.1.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  12. Pass46,987 miles (+10,230)
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    46,987 miles
    Test number
    998690622661

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass36,757 miles (+3,810)
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    36,757 miles
    Test number
    319984645887

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass32,947 miles (+3,794)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    32,947 miles
    Test number
    236010801362
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
  15. Pass29,153 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    29,153 miles
    Test number
    698576923487

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about K18 GWA

Does K18 GWA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on K18 GWA is valid until 5 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on K18 GWA?
The MOT on K18 GWA is valid until 5 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has K18 GWA done?
K18 GWA was recorded at 86,165 miles at its MOT on 26 Feb 2026, an average of 5,738 miles a year.
Has K18 GWA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. K18 GWA has failed 4 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Feb 2026.
Has the mileage on K18 GWA 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 K18 GWA find?
K18 GWA passed its latest MOT on 26 Feb 2026 with 5 advisories: nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 225-45-17; nearside rear suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm; offside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 225-45-17, and 2 more.

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