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Kia Ceed

Silver · Diesel · 2012 · 1,582 cc

LB12 KAEMOT history

LB12 KAE is a silver diesel Kia Ceed first used on 8 Jul 2012. Its MOT is valid until 27 Jan 2027 and it has passed 11 of 20 MOT tests, with 114,403 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 26 Jan 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 27 Jan 2027
Mileage
114,403 mi
At MOT on 26 Jan 2026
MOT tests
20
11 passed · 9 failed
Per year
6,676 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB12 KAE
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Kia
Model
Ceed
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,582 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
8 Jul 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 27 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
26 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB12 KAE was last recorded at 114,403 miles on 26 Jan 2026, 4,803 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
109,600 miles · 22 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
4,803 miles
Average per year
6,676 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 114,403 miles
  • 2025 – 109,600 miles
  • 2024 – 104,809 miles
  • 2023 – 100,885 miles
  • 2022 – 97,565 miles
  • 2021 – 90,481 miles
  • 2019 – 82,598 miles
  • 2018 – 76,673 miles
  • 2017 – 68,042 miles
  • 2016 – 63,545 miles
  • 2015 – 43,846 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass114,403 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryEngine covers & under trays. unable to check some components

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.

  • Engine covers & under trays fitted,unable to check some components

    Advisory9 MOTs, 2017–2025

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

    Minor3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Emissions did not provide read out

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front arms,front bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

20 tests since 3 Jul 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass114,403 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    114,403 miles
    Test number
    260982756788
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryEngine covers & under trays. unable to check some components

  2. Fail114,403 miles (+4,803)1 repaired1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,403 miles
    Test number
    400794866882
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryEngine covers & under trays. unable to check some components

  3. Pass109,600 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    109,600 miles
    Test number
    220760538184
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine covers & under trays fitted,unable to check some components
    • AdvisorySigns of o/s/r brake getting hot

  4. Fail109,600 miles (+4,791)1 repaired1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,600 miles
    Test number
    983473972743
    • Repaired at testPosition lamp not working both front (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine covers & under trays fitted,unable to check some components
    • AdvisorySigns of o/s/r brake getting hot

  5. Pass104,809 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    104,809 miles
    Test number
    359121941847
    • AdvisoryEngine covers & under trays fitted,unable to check some components

  6. Fail104,809 miles (+3,924)5 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,809 miles
    Test number
    254456601151
    • MajorDirection indicator incorrect colour both front (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorHeadlamp not working on dipped beam both (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorSide repeater incorrect colour both (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine covers & under trays fitted,unable to check some components

  7. Pass100,885 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    100,885 miles
    Test number
    910444903369
    • AdvisoryEngine covers & under trays fitted,unable to check some components

  8. Fail100,884 miles (+3,319)1 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,884 miles
    Test number
    424094376030
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine covers & under trays fitted,unable to check some components

  9. Pass97,565 miles (+2)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    97,565 miles
    Test number
    207600914719
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front arms,front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryEmissions did not provide read out
    • AdvisoryEngine covers & under trays fitted,unable to check some components

  10. Fail97,563 miles (+7,082)1 dangerous1 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,563 miles
    Test number
    930416903038
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread pattern not visible over the whole tread area when minimum depth required is 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front arms,front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryEmissions did not provide read out
    • AdvisoryEngine covers & under trays fitted,unable to check some components

  11. Pass90,481 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    90,481 miles
    Test number
    242532209386
    • AdvisoryEmissions did not provide read out
    • AdvisoryEngine covers & under trays fitted,unable to check some components

  12. Fail90,481 miles (+7,883)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,481 miles
    Test number
    123194551724
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryEmissions did not provide read out
    • AdvisoryEngine covers & under trays fitted,unable to check some components

  13. Pass82,598 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    82,598 miles
    Test number
    283664645451
    • AdvisoryEngine covers & under trays fitted,unable to check some components

  14. Fail82,598 miles (+5,925)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,598 miles
    Test number
    190080412924
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryEngine covers & under trays fitted,unable to check some components

  15. Pass76,673 miles (+201)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    76,673 miles
    Test number
    938168073111
    • AdvisoryEngine cover & under trays fitted,unable to check some components
    • AdvisoryN/s/r fog light damaged

  16. Fail76,472 miles (+8,430)3 major2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,472 miles
    Test number
    398778617259
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MinorOffside Front Driver's view to the front outside the swept area of the windscreen wipers restricted by an obstruction Sticker in Bottom Of Windscreen, Not In Swept Area (3.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorRear Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge At 2.5mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Bold On Inner Edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge At 2.5mm (5.2.3 (e))

  17. Pass68,042 miles (+4,497)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    68,042 miles
    Test number
    321599096242
    • AdvisoryEngine covers & under trays fitted,unable to check some components

  18. Pass63,545 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    63,545 miles
    Test number
    759352280427
    • AdvisorySlight play in offside steering arm inner joint
    • AdvisoryNearside rear tyre perished
    • AdvisoryOffside rear tyre perished

  19. Fail63,543 miles (+19,697)1 failure5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,543 miles
    Test number
    423279863303
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisorySlight play in offside steering arm inner joint
    • AdvisoryNail in nearside rear tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside rear tyre perished
    • AdvisoryOffside rear tyre perished

  20. Pass43,846 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    43,846 miles
    Test number
    289914985180
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOffside front tyre worn on inner edge

Questions about LB12 KAE

Does LB12 KAE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB12 KAE is valid until 27 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB12 KAE?
The MOT on LB12 KAE is valid until 27 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB12 KAE done?
LB12 KAE was recorded at 114,403 miles at its MOT on 26 Jan 2026, an average of 6,676 miles a year.
Has LB12 KAE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB12 KAE has failed 9 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on LB12 KAE 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 LB12 KAE find?
LB12 KAE passed its latest MOT on 26 Jan 2026 with 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: offside registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front; engine covers & under trays. unable to check some components.

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