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Kia Ceed

Grey · Diesel · 2012 · 1,582 cc

LB12 KFTMOT history

LB12 KFT is a grey diesel Kia Ceed first used on 5 Jul 2012. Its MOT is valid until 5 Jan 2027 and it has passed 11 of 16 MOT tests, with 125,744 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 30 Dec 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 5 Jan 2027
Mileage
125,744 mi
At MOT on 30 Dec 2025
MOT tests
16
11 passed · 5 failed
Per year
8,778 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB12 KFT
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 5 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
30 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB12 KFT was last recorded at 125,744 miles on 30 Dec 2025, 145 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Dec 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
125,599 miles · 19 Dec 2025
Between the last two tests
145 miles
Average per year
8,778 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 125,744 miles
  • 2024 – 115,055 miles
  • 2022 – 95,228 miles
  • 2021 – 87,787 miles
  • 2020 – 82,134 miles
  • 2019 – 72,269 miles
  • 2018 – 65,094 miles
  • 2017 – 52,289 miles
  • 2016 – 41,660 miles
  • 2015 – 33,606 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass125,744 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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.

  • Parking brake efficiency below requirements

    Major2 MOTs, 2024–2025

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

    Minor2 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Signs of gearbox oil on the under tray of the vehicle - recommend removal of tray and checking

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

16 tests since 2 Jul 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass125,744 miles (+145)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    125,744 miles
    Test number
    435791562118
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Fail125,599 miles (+10,544)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,599 miles
    Test number
    510947525288
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass115,055 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    115,055 miles
    Test number
    389163896034
    • AdvisoryFuel tank corroded

  4. Fail115,055 miles (+9,298)2 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,055 miles
    Test number
    736385776651
    • MajorOffside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel tank corroded

  5. Pass105,757 miles (+10,529)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    105,757 miles
    Test number
    402793905713

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass95,228 miles (+7,441)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    95,228 miles
    Test number
    878015424827
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryHandbrake little reserve travel

  7. Pass87,787 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    87,787 miles
    Test number
    643521279845
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUndertrays not allowing full inspection

  8. Fail87,781 miles (+5,647)1 dangerous4 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,781 miles
    Test number
    270650628950
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • 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))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUndertrays not allowing full inspection

  9. Pass82,134 miles (+9,865)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    82,134 miles
    Test number
    722017830080
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive slight leak around slave cylinder (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Pass72,269 miles (+37)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    72,269 miles
    Test number
    778538070759
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  11. Fail72,232 miles (+7,138)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,232 miles
    Test number
    144247012542
    • MajorRear Service brake excessively binding both (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  12. Pass65,094 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    65,094 miles
    Test number
    135815516346
    • AdvisorySigns of gearbox oil on the under tray of the vehicle - recommend removal of tray and checking

  13. Fail65,094 miles (+12,805)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,094 miles
    Test number
    609156854176
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisorySigns of gearbox oil on the under tray of the vehicle - recommend removal of tray and checking

  14. Pass52,289 miles (+10,629)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    52,289 miles
    Test number
    223126558716
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  15. Pass41,660 miles (+8,054)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    41,660 miles
    Test number
    392077839307
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  16. Pass33,606 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    33,606 miles
    Test number
    249343085482

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB12 KFT

Does LB12 KFT currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB12 KFT is valid until 5 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB12 KFT?
The MOT on LB12 KFT is valid until 5 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 KFT done?
LB12 KFT was recorded at 125,744 miles at its MOT on 30 Dec 2025, an average of 8,778 miles a year.
Has LB12 KFT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB12 KFT has failed 5 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Dec 2025.
Has the mileage on LB12 KFT 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 KFT find?
LB12 KFT passed its latest MOT on 30 Dec 2025 with 1 advisory: nearside front lower suspension arm ball joint has slight play.

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