Kia logo

Kia Ceed

Blue · Diesel · 2012 · 1,582 cc

LA12 DXUMOT history

LA12 DXU is a blue diesel Kia Ceed first used on 24 Aug 2012. Its MOT is valid until 23 Aug 2027 and it has passed 12 of 15 MOT tests, with 106,046 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 Aug 2026.

LA12 DXU blue 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
106,046 mi
At MOT on 19 Aug 2026
MOT tests
15
12 passed · 3 failed
Per year
7,871 mi
Average between MOTs
Get reminders for LA12 DXU in the free Driver Codes app

Vehicle details

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

Mileage history

LA12 DXU was last recorded at 106,046 miles on 19 Aug 2026, 11,785 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
94,261 miles · 7 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
11,785 miles
Average per year
7,871 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 106,046 miles
  • 2025 – 94,261 miles
  • 2024 – 84,114 miles
  • 2023 – 77,468 miles
  • 2022 – 72,074 miles
  • 2021 – 66,947 miles
  • 2020 – 62,300 miles
  • 2019 – 57,650 miles
  • 2018 – 49,579 miles
  • 2017 – 40,309 miles
  • 2016 – 29,621 miles
  • 2015 – 19,476 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass106,046 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • 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.

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2020

Full MOT history

15 tests since 20 Aug 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass106,046 miles (+11,785)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    106,046 miles
    Test number
    924039800483
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  2. Pass94,261 miles (+10,147)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    94,261 miles
    Test number
    666841070990
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass84,114 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    84,114 miles
    Test number
    465156111813
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Fail84,114 miles (+6,646)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,114 miles
    Test number
    979590906480
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass77,468 miles (+5,394)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    77,468 miles
    Test number
    961096755215
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  6. Pass72,074 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    72,074 miles
    Test number
    830316917976
    • 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 Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  7. Fail72,074 miles (+5,127)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,074 miles
    Test number
    225188280608
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps both (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • 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 Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  8. Pass66,947 miles (+4,647)
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    66,947 miles
    Test number
    279812400214

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass62,300 miles (+4,650)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    62,300 miles
    Test number
    566221684952
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass57,650 miles (+8,071)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    57,650 miles
    Test number
    131499681646
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on both edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tread on 2mm & worn on edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn & bald on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tread on 2mm & worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  11. Pass49,579 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    49,579 miles
    Test number
    132649059889
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  12. Fail49,579 miles (+9,270)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,579 miles
    Test number
    348338651234
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  13. Pass40,309 miles (+10,688)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    40,309 miles
    Test number
    489408141810
    • AdvisoryAprox 6000 miles left on rear tyres

  14. Pass29,621 miles (+10,145)
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    29,621 miles
    Test number
    726174225497

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass19,476 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    19,476 miles
    Test number
    816792165405
    • AdvisoryAprox 3000 miles left on front tyres

Questions about LA12 DXU

Does LA12 DXU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LA12 DXU is valid until 23 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on LA12 DXU?
The MOT on LA12 DXU 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 DXU done?
LA12 DXU was recorded at 106,046 miles at its MOT on 19 Aug 2026, an average of 7,871 miles a year.
Has LA12 DXU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LA12 DXU has failed 3 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Aug 2024.
Has the mileage on LA12 DXU 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 DXU find?
LA12 DXU passed its latest MOT on 19 Aug 2026 with 5 advisories: front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread; nearside front lower suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement; offside front lower suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement, and 2 more.

Related registrations

Browse all LA12D registrations

Contains DVSA MOT history data, public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Driver Codes is not affiliated with DVSA or DVLA.