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Kia Cerato

Black · Petrol · 2005 · 1,599 cc

LB05 VJXMOT history

LB05 VJX is a black petrol Kia Cerato first used on 19 Jul 2005. Its MOT expired on 17 Feb 2023 and it has passed 13 of 21 MOT tests, with 85,164 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Feb 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 17 Feb 2023
Mileage
85,164 mi
At MOT on 18 Feb 2022
MOT tests
21
13 passed · 8 failed
Per year
4,815 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB05 VJX
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Kia
Model
Cerato
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,599 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
19 Jul 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 17 Feb 2023
Latest MOT test
18 Feb 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB05 VJX was last recorded at 85,164 miles on 18 Feb 2022, 424 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Mar 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
84,740 miles · 20 Mar 2021
Between the last two tests
424 miles
Average per year
4,815 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 85,164 miles
  • 2021 – 84,740 miles
  • 2017 – 80,576 miles
  • 2016 – 72,015 miles
  • 2015 – 66,693 miles
  • 2014 – 55,363 miles
  • 2013 – 48,316 miles
  • 2012 – 43,573 miles
  • 2011 – 37,780 miles
  • 2010 – 29,399 miles
  • 2009 – 24,223 miles
  • 2008 – 19,909 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass85,164 miles
  • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (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.

  • Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Both front tyres worn on edges

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2015–2016

Full MOT history

21 tests since 26 Jul 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass85,164 miles (+424)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    85,164 miles
    Test number
    351469798149
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Pass84,740 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    84,740 miles
    Test number
    264776519634

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail84,740 miles (+4,164)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,740 miles
    Test number
    982494297741
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass80,576 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    80,576 miles
    Test number
    265472594260

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail80,576 miles (+4,190)3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,576 miles
    Test number
    759120721909
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  6. Pass76,386 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    76,386 miles
    Test number
    125328875559
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres worn on edges

  7. Fail76,386 miles (+4,371)5 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,386 miles
    Test number
    151871803392
    • FailureNearside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureRear rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres worn on edges

  8. Pass72,015 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    72,015 miles
    Test number
    596504166811
    • Advisory2xfront to rear brake pipes corroded[rear sections]
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a joint (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  9. Fail72,015 miles (+5,322)3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,015 miles
    Test number
    538540476422
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Advisory2xfront to rear brake pipes corroded[rear sections]
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a joint (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  10. Pass66,693 miles (+11)
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    66,693 miles
    Test number
    835827075021

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail66,682 miles (+11,319)1 dangerous3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,682 miles
    Test number
    229781075041
    • DangerousOffside Rear brake caliper leaking (3.6.A.1)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  12. Pass55,363 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2015
    Odometer
    55,363 miles
    Test number
    117027544153

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail55,363 miles (+7,047)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,363 miles
    Test number
    485167944150
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  14. Pass48,316 miles (+16)
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2014
    Odometer
    48,316 miles
    Test number
    589911853151

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail48,300 miles (+4,727)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,300 miles
    Test number
    935020943182
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  16. Pass43,573 miles (+5,793)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    43,573 miles
    Test number
    657750012294

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass37,780 miles (+8,381)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    37,780 miles
    Test number
    679770011284
    • NoteFRONT BRAKE PADS WEARING THIN
    • NoteO/S REAR HANDBRAKE HAS LOW EFFORT

  18. Pass29,399 miles (+5,176)1 note
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    29,399 miles
    Test number
    330103800200
    • NoteNsf wiper spliting

  19. Pass24,223 miles (+4,314)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    24,223 miles
    Test number
    884961009296

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass19,909 miles (+68)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    19,909 miles
    Test number
    843244518298

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail19,841 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    19,841 miles
    Test number
    551638708214
    • FailureNearside Rear Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)

Questions about LB05 VJX

Does LB05 VJX currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB05 VJX expired on 17 Feb 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB05 VJX?
The MOT on LB05 VJX expired on 17 Feb 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB05 VJX done?
LB05 VJX was recorded at 85,164 miles at its MOT on 18 Feb 2022, an average of 4,815 miles a year.
Has LB05 VJX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB05 VJX has failed 8 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Mar 2021.
Has the mileage on LB05 VJX 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 LB05 VJX find?
LB05 VJX passed its latest MOT on 18 Feb 2022 with 2 minor defects and 2 advisories: offside obligatory mirror slightly loose; offside windscreen wiper blade defective; nearside front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material, and 1 more.

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