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Kia Ceed

Red · Diesel · 2012 · 1,582 cc

LB12 MBXMOT history

LB12 MBX is a red diesel Kia Ceed first used on 10 Jul 2012. Its MOT is valid until 9 Jan 2027 and it has passed 12 of 16 MOT tests, with 108,205 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Jan 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 9 Jan 2027
Mileage
108,205 mi
At MOT on 6 Jan 2026
MOT tests
16
12 passed · 4 failed
Per year
6,826 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB12 MBX
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
10 Jul 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 9 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
6 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB12 MBX was last recorded at 108,205 miles on 6 Jan 2026, 9 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Jan 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
108,196 miles · 5 Jan 2026
Between the last two tests
9 miles
Average per year
6,826 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 108,205 miles
  • 2025 – 103,653 miles
  • 2023 – 95,991 miles
  • 2021 – 84,109 miles
  • 2020 – 78,269 miles
  • 2019 – 70,150 miles
  • 2018 – 61,881 miles
  • 2017 – 54,944 miles
  • 2016 – 47,686 miles
  • 2015 – 36,405 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass108,205 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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 Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

16 tests since 1 Jul 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass108,205 miles (+9)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    108,205 miles
    Test number
    342068930311

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail108,196 miles (+4,543)3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,196 miles
    Test number
    832368061489
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm 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 Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 225/45/17 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 225/45/17 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
  3. Pass103,653 miles (+7,662)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    103,653 miles
    Test number
    565509268488

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass95,991 miles (+6,277)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    95,991 miles
    Test number
    169401308679
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  5. Pass89,714 miles (+5,605)2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    89,714 miles
    Test number
    220823208166
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated slight weep of grease (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened rears (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  6. Pass84,109 miles (+2,231)
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    84,109 miles
    Test number
    257131981568

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass81,878 miles (+3,609)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    81,878 miles
    Test number
    340514218240

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass78,269 miles (+8,119)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    78,269 miles
    Test number
    544234665777
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner surfaces (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryN/S inner C.V gaiter weeping slightly
    • AdvisoryNearside Road wheel slightly distorted front & rear (5.2.2 (c) (i))
  9. Pass70,150 miles (+13)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2020
    Odometer
    70,150 miles
    Test number
    293348438130
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  10. Fail70,137 miles (+8,256)2 dangerous2 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,137 miles
    Test number
    977192103522
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • Repaired at testDriver's view of the road through the swept area of the windscreen materially affected by an obstruction Air fresheners removed from drivers view. (3.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  11. Pass61,881 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    61,881 miles
    Test number
    909030317860

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail61,881 miles (+6,937)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,881 miles
    Test number
    438688209475
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
  13. Pass54,944 miles (+7,258)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    54,944 miles
    Test number
    998842523844

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass47,686 miles (+11,281)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    47,686 miles
    Test number
    873859403270
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
  15. Fail36,405 miles1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,405 miles
    Test number
    236612385462
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
  16. Pass36,405 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    36,405 miles
    Test number
    997422685185
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Questions about LB12 MBX

Does LB12 MBX currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB12 MBX is valid until 9 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB12 MBX?
The MOT on LB12 MBX is valid until 9 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 MBX done?
LB12 MBX was recorded at 108,205 miles at its MOT on 6 Jan 2026, an average of 6,826 miles a year.
Has LB12 MBX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB12 MBX has failed 4 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on LB12 MBX 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 MBX find?
LB12 MBX passed its latest MOT on 6 Jan 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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