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Kia Ceed

White · Diesel · 2012 · 1,582 cc

LB12 KDXMOT history

LB12 KDX is a white diesel Kia Ceed first used on 5 Jul 2012. Its MOT expired on 11 Jan 2026 and it has passed 12 of 20 MOT tests, with 148,596 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Jan 2026.

MOT
Expired
On 11 Jan 2026
Mileage
148,596 mi
At MOT on 12 Jan 2026
MOT tests
20
12 passed · 8 failed
Per year
11,721 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB12 KDX
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Kia
Model
Ceed
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,582 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
5 Jul 2012
MOT status
MOT expired on 11 Jan 2026
Latest MOT test
12 Jan 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

LB12 KDX was last recorded at 148,596 miles on 12 Jan 2026, 18,641 miles more than at the previous MOT on 31 Dec 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
129,955 miles · 31 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
18,641 miles
Average per year
11,721 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 148,596 miles
  • 2024 – 129,955 miles
  • 2023 – 103,700 miles
  • 2022 – 97,009 miles
  • 2021 – 92,511 miles
  • 2020 – 89,240 miles
  • 2019 – 74,564 miles
  • 2018 – 56,919 miles
  • 2017 – 43,858 miles
  • 2016 – 29,963 miles
  • 2015 – 24,630 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail148,596 miles
  • MajorFront Position lamp not working both sides (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisorySteering column universal joint has slight wear or play (2.2.2 (c))

What MOT failures 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.

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

    Minor3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • HAND BRAKE TRAVEL TOO HIGH

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated seaping grease

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Front Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s) advised attention

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated advised replacment

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

20 tests since 16 Jun 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail148,596 miles (+18,641)5 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    148,596 miles
    Test number
    842983635806
    • MajorFront Position lamp not working both sides (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisorySteering column universal joint has slight wear or play (2.2.2 (c))

  2. Pass129,955 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    129,955 miles
    Test number
    513613162204
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryHAND BRAKE TRAVEL TOO HIGH
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Fail129,953 miles (+26,253)1 dangerous1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,953 miles
    Test number
    166121628377
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryHAND BRAKE TRAVEL TOO HIGH
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass103,700 miles2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    103,700 miles
    Test number
    951006721089
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryHAND BRAKE TRAVEL TOO HIGH
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing BOTH (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Fail103,697 miles (+2,938)1 major2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,697 miles
    Test number
    539897448762
    • MajorRear Stop lamp(s) not working BOTH (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryHAND BRAKE TRAVEL TOO HIGH
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing BOTH (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  6. Pass100,759 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    100,759 miles
    Test number
    945932308751
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryService brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

  7. Fail100,754 miles (+3,745)2 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,754 miles
    Test number
    152208781813
    • MajorOffside Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Outer Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryService brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

  8. Pass97,009 miles (+9)3 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    97,009 miles
    Test number
    701341152099
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated seaping grease (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated advised replacment (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s) advised attention

  9. Fail97,000 miles (+4,489)5 major3 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,000 miles
    Test number
    731020605491
    • MajorNearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side low effort (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated seaping grease (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated advised replacment (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s) advised attention

  10. Pass92,511 miles (+3,271)3 minor
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    92,511 miles
    Test number
    725247166752
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

  11. Pass89,240 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    89,240 miles
    Test number
    284514107578
    • AdvisoryShock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect both rear (5.3.2 (b))

  12. Fail89,238 miles (+14,674)5 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,238 miles
    Test number
    343470593651
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear fog lamp tell-tale not working (4.9.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin ON LIMIT (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryShock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect both rear (5.3.2 (b))

  13. Pass74,564 miles (+17,645)2 minor
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    74,564 miles
    Test number
    103720895913
    • MinorNearside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated Inner and outer gaiters (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

  14. Pass56,919 miles (+13,061)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    56,919 miles
    Test number
    192119027167
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  15. Pass43,858 miles (+28)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    43,858 miles
    Test number
    295058809176
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt Wishbone ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  16. Fail43,830 miles (+10,531)1 dangerous7 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,830 miles
    Test number
    230973613303
    • DangerousFront brake application uneven 50% out of balance (3.7.B.2)
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Outer wall (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt Wishbone ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  17. Pass33,299 miles (+3,336)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    33,299 miles
    Test number
    508644012466

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass29,963 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    29,963 miles
    Test number
    961974290610

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail29,956 miles (+5,326)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,956 miles
    Test number
    805701508875
    • DangerousOffside Front Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass24,630 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    24,630 miles
    Test number
    428117265187

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB12 KDX

Does LB12 KDX currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB12 KDX expired on 11 Jan 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB12 KDX?
The MOT on LB12 KDX expired on 11 Jan 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB12 KDX done?
LB12 KDX was recorded at 148,596 miles at its MOT on 12 Jan 2026, an average of 11,721 miles a year.
Has LB12 KDX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB12 KDX has failed 8 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on LB12 KDX 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 KDX find?
LB12 KDX failed its latest MOT on 12 Jan 2026 with 5 major defects and 7 advisories: front position lamp not working both sides; nearside front direction indicator not working; nearside front suspension arm ball joint excessively worn, and 9 more.

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