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Kia Ceed

Grey · Diesel · 2012 · 1,582 cc

L21 BJJMOT history

L21 BJJ is a grey diesel Kia Ceed first used on 25 Sept 2012. Its MOT is valid until 30 Jun 2027 and it has passed 12 of 14 MOT tests, with 99,863 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Jun 2026.

L21 BJJ grey Kia Ceed – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Kia Ceed, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 30 Jun 2027
Mileage
99,863 mi
At MOT on 16 Jun 2026
MOT tests
14
12 passed · 2 failed
Per year
7,175 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L21 BJJ
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Kia
Model
Ceed
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,582 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
25 Sept 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 30 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
16 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L21 BJJ was last recorded at 99,863 miles on 16 Jun 2026, 5,892 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Jun 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
93,971 miles · 23 Jun 2025
Between the last two tests
5,892 miles
Average per year
7,175 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 99,863 miles
  • 2025 – 93,971 miles
  • 2024 – 84,353 miles
  • 2023 – 83,130 miles
  • 2022 – 80,852 miles
  • 2021 – 77,947 miles
  • 2020 – 75,427 miles
  • 2019 – 68,497 miles
  • 2018 – 54,832 miles
  • 2017 – 43,838 miles
  • 2016 – 33,421 miles
  • 2015 – 22,290 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass99,863 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))

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.

  • Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Offside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

Full MOT history

14 tests since 24 Aug 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass99,863 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    99,863 miles
    Test number
    723785252946
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))
  2. Fail99,845 miles (+5,874)1 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,845 miles
    Test number
    557066220018
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))
  3. Pass93,971 miles (+9,618)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    93,971 miles
    Test number
    302012945882
    • 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 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  4. Pass84,353 miles (+1,223)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    84,353 miles
    Test number
    590675480394
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front 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. Pass83,130 miles (+2)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    83,130 miles
    Test number
    549551516704
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tyre worn on outer edge, tyre is also cracking (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tyre worn on outer edge, tyre is also cracking (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  6. Fail83,128 miles (+2,276)1 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,128 miles
    Test number
    444148612992
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tyre worn on outer edge, tyre is also cracking (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tyre worn on outer edge, tyre is also cracking (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  7. Pass80,852 miles (+2,905)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    80,852 miles
    Test number
    542377371209
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  8. Pass77,947 miles (+2,520)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    77,947 miles
    Test number
    811953528127
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  9. Pass75,427 miles (+6,930)
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    75,427 miles
    Test number
    143009009114

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass68,497 miles (+13,665)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    68,497 miles
    Test number
    524374750106
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  11. Pass54,832 miles (+10,994)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    54,832 miles
    Test number
    698683837439
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
  12. Pass43,838 miles (+10,417)
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    43,838 miles
    Test number
    211634143245

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass33,421 miles (+11,131)
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    33,421 miles
    Test number
    483670217307

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass22,290 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    22,290 miles
    Test number
    289242627295

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L21 BJJ

Does L21 BJJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L21 BJJ is valid until 30 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on L21 BJJ?
The MOT on L21 BJJ is valid until 30 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L21 BJJ done?
L21 BJJ was recorded at 99,863 miles at its MOT on 16 Jun 2026, an average of 7,175 miles a year.
Has L21 BJJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L21 BJJ has failed 2 of its 14 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Jun 2026.
Has the mileage on L21 BJJ 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 L21 BJJ find?
L21 BJJ passed its latest MOT on 16 Jun 2026 with 1 advisory: steering column top bearing slightly worn.

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