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Kia Ceed

Black · Diesel · 2016 · 1,582 cc

L55 SWEMOT history

L55 SWE is a black diesel Kia Ceed first used on 30 Sept 2016. Its MOT is valid until 29 Sept 2027 and it has passed 8 of 11 MOT tests, with 103,808 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Sept 2026.

L55 SWE black Kia Ceed – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Kia Ceed, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 29 Sept 2027
Mileage
103,808 mi
At MOT on 16 Sept 2026
MOT tests
11
8 passed · 3 failed
Per year
9,343 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L55 SWE
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Kia
Model
Ceed
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,582 cc
Year of manufacture
2016
First used
30 Sept 2016
MOT status
MOT valid until 29 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
16 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L55 SWE was last recorded at 103,808 miles on 16 Sept 2026, 11,709 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
92,099 miles · 23 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
11,709 miles
Average per year
9,343 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 103,808 miles
  • 2025 – 92,099 miles
  • 2024 – 78,257 miles
  • 2023 – 67,334 miles
  • 2022 – 58,589 miles
  • 2021 – 52,241 miles
  • 2020 – 46,184 miles
  • 2019 – 38,246 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass103,808 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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 Side repeater slightly discoloured

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2022

Full MOT history

11 tests since 10 Sept 2019, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass103,808 miles (+11,709)
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    103,808 miles
    Test number
    698711344331

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass92,099 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    92,099 miles
    Test number
    103988029538
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  3. Fail92,098 miles (+13,841)2 dangerous4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,098 miles
    Test number
    917773855941
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  4. Pass78,257 miles (+10,923)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    78,257 miles
    Test number
    692195420590
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass67,334 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    67,334 miles
    Test number
    256839940448

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail67,334 miles (+8,745)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,334 miles
    Test number
    209143851823
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid Washer Jet (3.5 (a))

  7. Pass58,589 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    58,589 miles
    Test number
    484704782862
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Fail58,588 miles (+6,347)1 dangerous1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,588 miles
    Test number
    868955676341
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass52,241 miles (+6,057)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    52,241 miles
    Test number
    530926511293
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  10. Pass46,184 miles (+7,938)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    46,184 miles
    Test number
    373275517651
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  11. Pass38,246 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    38,246 miles
    Test number
    542165165896
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Questions about L55 SWE

Does L55 SWE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L55 SWE is valid until 29 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on L55 SWE?
The MOT on L55 SWE is valid until 29 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L55 SWE done?
L55 SWE was recorded at 103,808 miles at its MOT on 16 Sept 2026, an average of 9,343 miles a year.
Has L55 SWE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L55 SWE has failed 3 of its 11 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Sept 2025.
Has the mileage on L55 SWE 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 L55 SWE find?
L55 SWE passed its latest MOT on 16 Sept 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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