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Grey · Petrol · 2011 · 1,591 cc

LB11 EXKMOT history

LB11 EXK is a grey petrol Kia Ceed first used on 7 Jul 2011. Its MOT is valid until 14 Jan 2027 and it has passed 12 of 21 MOT tests, with 128,226 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Jan 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 14 Jan 2027
Mileage
128,226 mi
At MOT on 15 Jan 2026
MOT tests
21
12 passed · 9 failed
Per year
8,058 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB11 EXK
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Kia
Model
Ceed
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,591 cc
Year of manufacture
2011
First used
7 Jul 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 14 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
15 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB11 EXK was last recorded at 128,226 miles on 15 Jan 2026, 6,060 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
122,166 miles · 14 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
6,060 miles
Average per year
8,058 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 128,226 miles
  • 2025 – 122,166 miles
  • 2024 – 116,868 miles
  • 2023 – 108,384 miles
  • 2022 – 103,594 miles
  • 2021 – 100,185 miles
  • 2019 – 96,420 miles
  • 2018 – 88,783 miles
  • 2017 – 75,329 miles
  • 2016 – 61,768 miles
  • 2015 – 48,657 miles
  • 2014 – 35,365 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass128,226 miles
  • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • MinorWindscreen wiper blade defective both (3.4 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm 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.

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2017

Full MOT history

21 tests since 7 Jul 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass128,226 miles (+6,060)2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    128,226 miles
    Test number
    982599337072
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen wiper blade defective both (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Pass122,166 miles (+13)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    122,166 miles
    Test number
    175125173433
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. 29% offside working less (1.2.1 (b) (i))

  3. Fail122,153 miles (+5,285)3 major2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,153 miles
    Test number
    282956801160
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle 50% offside working less (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorReversing lamp inoperative (4.6.1 (a))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass116,868 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    116,868 miles
    Test number
    964639398584
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test

  5. Fail116,868 miles (+8,484)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,868 miles
    Test number
    828499587062
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test

  6. Pass108,384 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    108,384 miles
    Test number
    650237727472
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  7. Fail108,383 miles (+4,789)2 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,383 miles
    Test number
    624026070465
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  8. Pass103,594 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    103,594 miles
    Test number
    430628708606

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail103,593 miles (+3,408)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,593 miles
    Test number
    772836641992
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass100,185 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    100,185 miles
    Test number
    635274866384
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 205/55/16 (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Fail100,185 miles (+3,765)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,185 miles
    Test number
    180950746932
    • MajorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt INSCURE (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn FRONT BUSH (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 205/55/16 (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Pass96,420 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    96,420 miles
    Test number
    526908506333
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

  13. Fail96,420 miles (+7,637)3 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,420 miles
    Test number
    819673347969
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn drop link (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn drop link (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play drop link (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  14. Pass88,783 miles (+13,454)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    88,783 miles
    Test number
    878046007606
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner edge. (5.2.3 (e))

  15. Pass75,329 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    75,329 miles
    Test number
    704909289035
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

  16. Fail75,329 miles (+13,561)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,329 miles
    Test number
    961704900756
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed 205/55/16 (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort 50 (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

  17. Pass61,768 miles (+13,111)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    61,768 miles
    Test number
    604516874636

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail48,657 miles1 repaired3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,657 miles
    Test number
    506185275162
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteN/S/R brake hose is slightly twisted

  19. Pass48,657 miles (+13,292)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    48,657 miles
    Test number
    509045275140
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteN/S/R brake hose is slightly twisted

  20. Pass35,365 miles (+19)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    35,365 miles
    Test number
    945279584159
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  21. Fail35,346 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,346 miles
    Test number
    917968984113
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Questions about LB11 EXK

Does LB11 EXK currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB11 EXK is valid until 14 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB11 EXK?
The MOT on LB11 EXK is valid until 14 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB11 EXK done?
LB11 EXK was recorded at 128,226 miles at its MOT on 15 Jan 2026, an average of 8,058 miles a year.
Has LB11 EXK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB11 EXK has failed 9 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 6 Jan 2025.
Has the mileage on LB11 EXK 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 LB11 EXK find?
LB11 EXK passed its latest MOT on 15 Jan 2026 with 2 minor defects and 3 advisories: battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier; windscreen wiper blade defective both; nearside rear anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play, and 2 more.

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