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Kia Ceed

Black · Diesel · 2012 · 1,582 cc

LA12 AXHMOT history

LA12 AXH is a black diesel Kia Ceed first used on 27 Jul 2012. Its MOT is valid until 23 Aug 2027 and it has passed 11 of 15 MOT tests, with 177,298 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Aug 2026.

LA12 AXH black Kia Ceed – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Kia Ceed, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 23 Aug 2027
Mileage
177,298 mi
At MOT on 24 Aug 2026
MOT tests
15
11 passed · 4 failed
Per year
11,081 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LA12 AXH
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Kia
Model
Ceed
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,582 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
27 Jul 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 23 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
24 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LA12 AXH was last recorded at 177,298 miles on 24 Aug 2026, 2,612 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 May 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
174,686 miles · 29 May 2024
Between the last two tests
2,612 miles
Average per year
11,081 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 177,298 miles
  • 2024 – 174,686 miles
  • 2023 – 171,871 miles
  • 2022 – 167,136 miles
  • 2021 – 162,876 miles
  • 2020 – 146,112 miles
  • 2019 – 126,243 miles
  • 2018 – 98,639 miles
  • 2017 – 88,192 miles
  • 2016 – 77,491 miles
  • 2015 – 53,793 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass177,298 miles
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement all (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisorySuspension component corroded but not seriously weakened all (5.3.3 (b) (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.

  • Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play

    Major2 MOTs, 2018–2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2024

Full MOT history

15 tests since 2 Jul 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass177,298 miles (+2,612)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    177,298 miles
    Test number
    785377565135
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement all (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component corroded but not seriously weakened all (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass174,686 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2025
    Odometer
    174,686 miles
    Test number
    468782904479

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail174,685 miles (+2,814)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    174,685 miles
    Test number
    577081544333
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass171,871 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2024
    Odometer
    171,871 miles
    Test number
    398628881764

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail171,871 miles (+4,735)2 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    171,871 miles
    Test number
    758446226419
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass167,136 miles (+4,260)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    167,136 miles
    Test number
    428510271123
    • AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  7. Pass162,876 miles (+16,764)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    162,876 miles
    Test number
    658111008260
    • 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))

  8. Pass146,112 miles (+19,869)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    146,112 miles
    Test number
    228920337516

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass126,243 miles (+27,604)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    126,243 miles
    Test number
    938199677311
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass98,639 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    98,639 miles
    Test number
    549887517769
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Daytime running light not working

  11. Fail98,638 miles (+10,446)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,638 miles
    Test number
    866477099093
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Daytime running light not working

  12. Pass88,192 miles (+10,701)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    88,192 miles
    Test number
    937098703288

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass77,491 miles (+23,698)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    77,491 miles
    Test number
    264849947601
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryLower covers fitted obscuring components

  14. Fail53,793 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,793 miles
    Test number
    307713385168
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  15. Pass53,793 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    53,793 miles
    Test number
    437483085121

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LA12 AXH

Does LA12 AXH currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LA12 AXH is valid until 23 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on LA12 AXH?
The MOT on LA12 AXH is valid until 23 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LA12 AXH done?
LA12 AXH was recorded at 177,298 miles at its MOT on 24 Aug 2026, an average of 11,081 miles a year.
Has LA12 AXH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LA12 AXH has failed 4 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 29 May 2024.
Has the mileage on LA12 AXH 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 LA12 AXH find?
LA12 AXH passed its latest MOT on 24 Aug 2026 with 1 minor defect and 6 advisories: windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; front sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened; parking brake efficiency only just met. it would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair., and 4 more.

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