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Kia Ceed

Red · Diesel · 2012 · 1,582 cc

LB12 MDOMOT history

LB12 MDO is a red diesel Kia Ceed first used on 10 Jul 2012. Its MOT is valid until 17 Mar 2027 and it has passed 9 of 14 MOT tests, with 120,589 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Mar 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 17 Mar 2027
Mileage
120,589 mi
At MOT on 18 Mar 2026
MOT tests
14
9 passed · 5 failed
Per year
7,596 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB12 MDO
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 17 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
18 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB12 MDO was last recorded at 120,589 miles on 18 Mar 2026, 39 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Mar 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
120,550 miles · 11 Mar 2026
Between the last two tests
39 miles
Average per year
7,596 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 120,589 miles
  • 2025 – 114,684 miles
  • 2024 – 109,995 miles
  • 2023 – 104,966 miles
  • 2019 – 85,122 miles
  • 2018 – 83,823 miles
  • 2017 – 67,675 miles
  • 2016 – 54,058 miles
  • 2015 – 39,362 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass120,589 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyreRecorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyreRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement o/s and n/s rear hub carrying arm bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisorySteering slightly notchy in operationRecorded 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 Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2026

  • Parking brake efficiency below requirements

    Major2 MOTs, 2025–2026

  • Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Hub carrier bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Side repeater not working

    Major2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2024

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015–2017

Full MOT history

14 tests since 8 Jul 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass120,589 miles (+39)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    120,589 miles
    Test number
    980503180291
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement o/s and n/s rear hub carrying arm bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering slightly notchy in operation

  2. Fail120,550 miles (+5,866)1 dangerous8 major2 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,550 miles
    Test number
    692838312868
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Steering locking device missing split pin, track rod end (2.1.3 (d))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Steering locking device missing split pin track rod end (2.1.3 (d))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear fog lamp tell-tale not working (4.9.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement o/s and n/s rear hub carrying arm bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering slightly notchy in operation

  3. Pass114,684 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    114,684 miles
    Test number
    306393988612
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Hub carrier bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Fail114,683 miles (+4,688)7 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,683 miles
    Test number
    871052386592
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Direction indicator incorrect colour both (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorRear fog lamp switch inoperative (4.5.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Hub carrier bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Pass109,995 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    109,995 miles
    Test number
    446496026540

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail109,995 miles (+5,029)8 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,995 miles
    Test number
    723428477822
    • MajorFront Headlamp not working on dipped beam Both (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn arm front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement arm front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Pass104,966 miles (+19,844)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    104,966 miles
    Test number
    334757449668
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  8. Pass85,122 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    85,122 miles
    Test number
    900081183200
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Fail85,122 miles (+1,299)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,122 miles
    Test number
    361713486052
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass83,823 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    83,823 miles
    Test number
    446216610668
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  11. Fail83,823 miles (+16,148)2 repaired1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,823 miles
    Test number
    584695465947
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  12. Pass67,675 miles (+13,617)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    67,675 miles
    Test number
    723917800001
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  13. Pass54,058 miles (+14,696)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    54,058 miles
    Test number
    765261705935
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  14. Pass39,362 miles3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    39,362 miles
    Test number
    369319085178
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNearside rear tyre has a cut in inner sidewall

Questions about LB12 MDO

Does LB12 MDO currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB12 MDO is valid until 17 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB12 MDO?
The MOT on LB12 MDO is valid until 17 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 MDO done?
LB12 MDO was recorded at 120,589 miles at its MOT on 18 Mar 2026, an average of 7,596 miles a year.
Has LB12 MDO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB12 MDO has failed 5 of its 14 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on LB12 MDO 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 MDO find?
LB12 MDO passed its latest MOT on 18 Mar 2026 with 6 advisories: nearside rear nail in tyre; offside front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; offside rear nail in tyre, and 3 more.

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