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Kia Ceed

Red · Diesel · 2012 · 1,582 cc

LB12 KGFMOT history

LB12 KGF is a red diesel Kia Ceed first used on 5 Jul 2012. Its MOT is valid until 6 Sept 2027 and it has passed 12 of 21 MOT tests, with 72,660 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Sept 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 6 Sept 2027
Mileage
72,660 mi
At MOT on 7 Sept 2026
MOT tests
21
12 passed · 9 failed
Per year
2,409 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB12 KGF
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 6 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
7 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB12 KGF was last recorded at 72,660 miles on 7 Sept 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Sept 2026.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 26 Jun 2017: 243 miles, lower than 56,559 miles on 6 Jul 2016.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
72,660 miles · 3 Sept 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
2,409 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 72,660 miles
  • 2025 – 65,805 miles
  • 2024 – 57,362 miles
  • 2023 – 50,260 miles
  • 2022 – 41,759 miles
  • 2021 – 33,082 miles
  • 2020 – 25,331 miles
  • 2019 – 16,680 miles
  • 2018 – 8,098 miles
  • 2017 – 243 miles
  • 2016 – 56,559 miles
  • 2015 – 45,745 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass72,660 miles
  • AdvisoryParking brake mechanism/associated mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both rear brake drum backing plates (1.1.21 (e) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all rears (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both rear trailing arms (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded 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.

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor3 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Parking brake efficiency below requirements

    Major2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Upper Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

Full MOT history

21 tests since 6 Jul 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass72,660 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    72,660 miles
    Test number
    535449810687
    • AdvisoryParking brake mechanism/associated mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both rear brake drum backing plates (1.1.21 (e) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all rears (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both rear trailing arms (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Fail72,660 miles (+13)1 dangerous1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,660 miles
    Test number
    940320183233
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake hose damaged and likely to fail rubbing on inner wheel (1.1.12 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated incorrectly fitted (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryParking brake mechanism/associated mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both rear brake drum backing plates (1.1.21 (e) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all rears (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both rear trailing arms (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Fail72,647 miles (+6,842)1 dangerous5 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,647 miles
    Test number
    625764016515
    • DangerousFront Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorBrake hose ferrule excessively corroded both rears (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • MajorBrake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Registration plate lamp likely to become detached (4.7.1 (c) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective both dull (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake mechanism/associated mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both rear shoe backing plates (1.1.21 (e) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both rear trailing arms bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTurbo boost pipe noise

  4. Pass65,805 miles (+8,443)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    65,805 miles
    Test number
    929564132052
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass57,362 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    57,362 miles
    Test number
    162927925564
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Fail57,361 miles (+7,101)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,361 miles
    Test number
    426437353104
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass50,260 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    50,260 miles
    Test number
    244570400244
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  8. Fail50,259 miles (+8,500)3 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,259 miles
    Test number
    833675266956
    • MajorOffside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass41,759 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    41,759 miles
    Test number
    141309282910
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryUpper Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  10. Fail41,759 miles (+8,677)1 repaired1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,759 miles
    Test number
    259647100071
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryUpper Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  11. Pass33,082 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    33,082 miles
    Test number
    348773369491
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryUpper Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  12. Fail33,082 miles (+7,751)2 repaired1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,082 miles
    Test number
    146325515839
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim too high both (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryUpper Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  13. Pass25,331 miles (+8,651)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    25,331 miles
    Test number
    410191232775
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lens cracked

  14. Pass16,680 miles (+8,582)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    16,680 miles
    Test number
    105868294087

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass8,098 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    8,098 miles
    Test number
    876469210193

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail8,094 miles (+7,851)1 dangerous1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    8,094 miles
    Test number
    926230386320
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  17. Pass243 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    243 miles
    Test number
    731427656340

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail243 miles (-56,316)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    243 miles
    Test number
    477886256250
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  19. Pass56,559 miles (+28)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    56,559 miles
    Test number
    945633722474

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail56,531 miles (+10,786)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,531 miles
    Test number
    231362240678
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm/Worn Inner Edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryO/S/F Tyre Worn Inner Edge

  21. Pass45,745 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    45,745 miles
    Test number
    706267385127
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about LB12 KGF

Does LB12 KGF currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB12 KGF is valid until 6 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB12 KGF?
The MOT on LB12 KGF is valid until 6 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 KGF done?
LB12 KGF was recorded at 72,660 miles at its MOT on 7 Sept 2026, an average of 2,409 miles a year.
Has LB12 KGF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB12 KGF has failed 9 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on LB12 KGF ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 26 Jun 2017. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LB12 KGF find?
LB12 KGF passed its latest MOT on 7 Sept 2026 with 5 advisories: parking brake mechanism/associated mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both rear brake drum backing plates; rear sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened; steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel, and 2 more.

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