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Grey · Diesel · 2012 · 1,582 cc

LB12 KDZMOT history

LB12 KDZ is a grey diesel Kia Ceed first used on 5 Jul 2012. Its MOT is valid until 12 Sept 2027 and it has passed 12 of 18 MOT tests, with 56,982 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Sept 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 12 Sept 2027
Mileage
56,982 mi
At MOT on 7 Sept 2026
MOT tests
18
12 passed · 6 failed
Per year
3,602 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB12 KDZ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Kia
Model
Ceed
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,582 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
5 Jul 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 12 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
7 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB12 KDZ was last recorded at 56,982 miles on 7 Sept 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Sept 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
56,982 miles · 4 Sept 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
3,602 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 56,982 miles
  • 2025 – 51,945 miles
  • 2024 – 46,960 miles
  • 2023 – 43,582 miles
  • 2022 – 40,338 miles
  • 2021 – 36,429 miles
  • 2020 – 31,390 miles
  • 2019 – 25,423 miles
  • 2017 – 18,140 miles
  • 2016 – 17,420 miles
  • 2015 – 16,541 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass56,982 miles
  • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear suspension components corrodedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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 Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2026

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2025

  • Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass56,982 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    56,982 miles
    Test number
    660463293955
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear suspension components corroded

  2. Fail56,982 miles (+5,037)5 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,982 miles
    Test number
    885550316203
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 205/55/16 (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. adjuster loose (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorSide repeater incorrect colour both (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryDirection indicator slightly discoloured both rear (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear suspension components corroded

  3. Pass51,945 miles (+4,985)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    51,945 miles
    Test number
    995511452582
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisorySide repeater slightly discoloured Both (4.4.3 (a))

  4. Pass46,960 miles (+3,378)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    46,960 miles
    Test number
    503365244242
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (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 both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass43,582 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    43,582 miles
    Test number
    828107519270
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing on edges 205/55/16 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing on edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively both (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  6. Fail43,581 miles (+3,243)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,581 miles
    Test number
    146464239739
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Suspension component ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing on edges 205/55/16 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing on edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively both (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  7. Pass40,338 miles (+3,909)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    40,338 miles
    Test number
    834945556135
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front bush splitting from arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  8. Pass36,429 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    36,429 miles
    Test number
    327029771295
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened lipped inner face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  9. Fail36,429 miles (+5,039)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,429 miles
    Test number
    712361159494
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened lipped inner face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass31,390 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    31,390 miles
    Test number
    458538037566
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  11. Fail31,390 miles (+5,967)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    31,390 miles
    Test number
    413651554628
    • MajorBrake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  12. Pass25,423 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    25,423 miles
    Test number
    224314700063

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail25,423 miles (+3,763)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    25,423 miles
    Test number
    634876957735
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

  14. Pass21,660 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    21,660 miles
    Test number
    210642721168

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail21,660 miles (+3,520)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    21,660 miles
    Test number
    194145328195
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  16. Pass18,140 miles (+720)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    18,140 miles
    Test number
    365455660983
    • AdvisoryEngine cover fitted
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  17. Pass17,420 miles (+879)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    17,420 miles
    Test number
    723688169411
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt seeping grease (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt seeping grease (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside windscreen wiper torn in centre

  18. Pass16,541 miles3 notes
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    16,541 miles
    Test number
    185037165109
    • NoteAll 4 tyres cracking slightly
    • NoteFront tyres worn on inner edges
    • NoteOffside front outer tyre wall slightly split

Questions about LB12 KDZ

Does LB12 KDZ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB12 KDZ is valid until 12 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB12 KDZ?
The MOT on LB12 KDZ is valid until 12 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB12 KDZ done?
LB12 KDZ was recorded at 56,982 miles at its MOT on 7 Sept 2026, an average of 3,602 miles a year.
Has LB12 KDZ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB12 KDZ has failed 6 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on LB12 KDZ 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 KDZ find?
LB12 KDZ passed its latest MOT on 7 Sept 2026 with 2 advisories: tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front; rear suspension components corroded.

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