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Kia Ceed

Red · Diesel · 2012 · 1,582 cc

LB12 KAUMOT history

LB12 KAU is a red diesel Kia Ceed first used on 5 Jul 2012. Its MOT is valid until 25 Feb 2027 and it has passed 12 of 19 MOT tests, with 118,412 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Jan 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 25 Feb 2027
Mileage
118,412 mi
At MOT on 27 Jan 2026
MOT tests
19
12 passed · 7 failed
Per year
7,214 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB12 KAU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Kia
Model
Ceed
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,582 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
5 Jul 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 25 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
27 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB12 KAU was last recorded at 118,412 miles on 27 Jan 2026, 6,190 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
112,222 miles · 27 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
6,190 miles
Average per year
7,214 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 118,412 miles
  • 2025 – 112,222 miles
  • 2024 – 107,666 miles
  • 2023 – 102,233 miles
  • 2022 – 93,986 miles
  • 2021 – 88,080 miles
  • 2020 – 84,303 miles
  • 2019 – 74,248 miles
  • 2018 – 68,998 miles
  • 2017 – 60,328 miles
  • 2016 – 48,178 miles
  • 2015 – 39,621 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass118,412 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • 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))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (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.

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2024

  • Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2025

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn smooth on inner edge. 205/55/16

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

19 tests since 25 Feb 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass118,412 miles (+6,190)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    118,412 miles
    Test number
    787946654174
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass112,222 miles (+4,556)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    112,222 miles
    Test number
    461675647327
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (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 Front 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))

  3. Pass107,666 miles (+1)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    107,666 miles
    Test number
    334738268091
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn smooth on inner edge. 205/55/16 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  4. Fail107,665 miles (+5,432)4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,665 miles
    Test number
    424249367906
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn smooth on inner edge. 205/55/16 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass102,233 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    102,233 miles
    Test number
    198498291849
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both front tyres worn on edges. 205/55/16 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm of tread remaining, bald and cracked on inner edge. (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Fail102,233 miles (+8,247)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,233 miles
    Test number
    503936753638
    • MajorBrake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both front tyres worn on edges. 205/55/16 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm of tread remaining, bald and cracked on inner edge. (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass93,986 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    93,986 miles
    Test number
    661715631392

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail93,986 miles (+5,906)1 major1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,986 miles
    Test number
    983720853472
    • MajorNearside Rear Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))

  9. Pass88,080 miles (+3,777)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    88,080 miles
    Test number
    517271187074
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  10. Pass84,303 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    84,303 miles
    Test number
    252350475131

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail84,302 miles (+10,054)3 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,302 miles
    Test number
    585956601775
    • MajorNearside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn to 2mm tread depth, worn bald on both edges. (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn to 3mm tread depth, worn bald on both edges. (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn on inner edge. 205/55/16
    • AdvisorySide repeater slightly discoloured Both rear. (4.4.3 (a))

  12. Pass74,248 miles (+4)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    74,248 miles
    Test number
    628657985035
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  13. Fail74,244 miles (+5,246)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,244 miles
    Test number
    943927474661
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  14. Pass68,998 miles (+8,670)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    68,998 miles
    Test number
    604755611319
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint bottom (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryCoolant level low

  15. Pass60,328 miles (+12,150)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    60,328 miles
    Test number
    458516492789
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres low tread + misshapen on inside edge
    • AdvisoryFront washers poor but provide adequate fluid

  16. Pass48,178 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    48,178 miles
    Test number
    964109356191

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail48,174 miles (+8,553)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,174 miles
    Test number
    528326219044
    • FailureNearside Front front brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  18. Pass39,621 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    39,621 miles
    Test number
    736817455079

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail39,621 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,621 miles
    Test number
    208586055010
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Questions about LB12 KAU

Does LB12 KAU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB12 KAU is valid until 25 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB12 KAU?
The MOT on LB12 KAU is valid until 25 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB12 KAU done?
LB12 KAU was recorded at 118,412 miles at its MOT on 27 Jan 2026, an average of 7,214 miles a year.
Has LB12 KAU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB12 KAU has failed 7 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Feb 2024.
Has the mileage on LB12 KAU 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 KAU find?
LB12 KAU passed its latest MOT on 27 Jan 2026 with 5 advisories: nearside front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front bush; nearside rear coil spring corroded; offside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge, and 2 more.

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