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Kia Ceed

Red · Diesel · 2012 · 1,582 cc

LB12 MDJMOT history

LB12 MDJ is a red diesel Kia Ceed first used on 10 Jul 2012. Its MOT is valid until 26 Mar 2027 and it has passed 12 of 18 MOT tests, with 158,664 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Mar 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 26 Mar 2027
Mileage
158,664 mi
At MOT on 17 Mar 2026
MOT tests
18
12 passed · 6 failed
Per year
9,620 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB12 MDJ
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 26 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
17 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB12 MDJ was last recorded at 158,664 miles on 17 Mar 2026, 10,611 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
148,053 miles · 27 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
10,611 miles
Average per year
9,620 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 158,664 miles
  • 2025 – 148,053 miles
  • 2024 – 138,167 miles
  • 2023 – 128,066 miles
  • 2022 – 117,926 miles
  • 2021 – 104,976 miles
  • 2020 – 94,916 miles
  • 2019 – 84,284 miles
  • 2018 – 76,089 miles
  • 2017 – 70,249 miles
  • 2016 – 65,622 miles
  • 2015 – 55,838 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass158,664 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
  • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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.

  • Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Park brake requirements only just met. it would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

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

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2025

  • Nearside Front Suspension top mount bearing worn/noisy but has no freeplay

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

18 tests since 9 Jul 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass158,664 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    158,664 miles
    Test number
    415863937268
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  2. Fail158,652 miles (+10,599)2 dangerous3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    158,652 miles
    Test number
    498594149917
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  3. Pass148,053 miles (+92)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    148,053 miles
    Test number
    966200141791
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryPark brake requirements only just met. it would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair

  4. Fail147,961 miles (+9,794)2 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,961 miles
    Test number
    799748490249
    • MajorNearside Front Lower 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))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryPark brake requirements only just met. it would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair
    • AdvisoryCan not open boot

  5. Pass138,167 miles (+41)
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    138,167 miles
    Test number
    367320707443

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail138,126 miles (+10,060)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,126 miles
    Test number
    239804491727
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  7. Pass128,066 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    128,066 miles
    Test number
    146284793068
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Road wheel slightly distorted Edge of wheel damage in places (5.2.2 (c) (i))

  8. Fail128,061 miles (+10,135)1 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,061 miles
    Test number
    417835550659
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed Inside edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Road wheel slightly distorted Edge of wheel damage in places (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inside edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass117,926 miles (+12,950)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    117,926 miles
    Test number
    142120704784
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  10. Pass104,976 miles (+115)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    104,976 miles
    Test number
    651031448262
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension top mount bearing worn/noisy but has no freeplay
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  11. Fail104,861 miles (+9,945)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,861 miles
    Test number
    951848018547
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension top mount bearing worn/noisy but has no freeplay
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  12. Pass94,916 miles (+10,632)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    94,916 miles
    Test number
    125576883117
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  13. Pass84,284 miles (+8,195)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    84,284 miles
    Test number
    604927951636
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryService brake binding but not excessively Both rear brakes binding slightly (1.2.1 (f))

  14. Pass76,089 miles (+5,840)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    76,089 miles
    Test number
    917093515819
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  15. Pass70,249 miles (+4,627)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    70,249 miles
    Test number
    302371972323
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  16. Pass65,622 miles (+9,784)
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    65,622 miles
    Test number
    223830845678

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass55,838 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    55,838 miles
    Test number
    455910895138

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail55,838 miles1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,838 miles
    Test number
    858620895131
    • FailureNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Questions about LB12 MDJ

Does LB12 MDJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB12 MDJ is valid until 26 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB12 MDJ?
The MOT on LB12 MDJ is valid until 26 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB12 MDJ done?
LB12 MDJ was recorded at 158,664 miles at its MOT on 17 Mar 2026, an average of 9,620 miles a year.
Has LB12 MDJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB12 MDJ has failed 6 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on LB12 MDJ 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 MDJ find?
LB12 MDJ passed its latest MOT on 17 Mar 2026 with 3 advisories: nearside rear service brake binding but not excessively; nearside side repeater slightly discoloured; offside side repeater slightly discoloured.

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