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Kia Ceed

Blue · Diesel · 2012 · 1,582 cc

LB12 MDUMOT history

LB12 MDU is a blue diesel Kia Ceed first used on 10 Jul 2012. Its MOT is valid until 8 Oct 2027 and it has passed 12 of 15 MOT tests, with 108,126 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Oct 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 8 Oct 2027
Mileage
108,126 mi
At MOT on 9 Oct 2026
MOT tests
15
12 passed · 3 failed
Per year
7,483 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB12 MDU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Kia
Model
Ceed
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,582 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
10 Jul 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 8 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
9 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB12 MDU was last recorded at 108,126 miles on 9 Oct 2026, 5 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Oct 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
108,121 miles · 2 Oct 2026
Between the last two tests
5 miles
Average per year
7,483 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 108,126 miles
  • 2025 – 98,240 miles
  • 2024 – 88,377 miles
  • 2023 – 80,423 miles
  • 2022 – 73,031 miles
  • 2021 – 65,682 miles
  • 2020 – 59,516 miles
  • 2019 – 52,723 miles
  • 2018 – 44,952 miles
  • 2017 – 35,675 miles
  • 2016 – 29,469 miles
  • 2015 – 23,758 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass108,126 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 Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor3 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Nearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2025

  • Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front lower arm front bushes

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass108,126 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    108,126 miles
    Test number
    249113712543

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail108,121 miles (+9,881)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,121 miles
    Test number
    784776305964
    • MajorLower Steering column top bearing excessively worn U/J BADLY WORN (2.2.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
  3. Pass98,240 miles (+5)2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    98,240 miles
    Test number
    465064981872
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front lower arm front bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  4. Fail98,235 miles (+9,858)2 dangerous2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,235 miles
    Test number
    386021436270
    • DangerousNearside Front Outer Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm also deformed (5.2.3 (e))
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front lower arm front bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  5. Pass88,377 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    88,377 miles
    Test number
    466079827762
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside rear tyre 2.5 mm
  6. Fail88,377 miles (+7,954)2 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,377 miles
    Test number
    356888976541
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside rear tyre 2.5 mm
  7. Pass80,423 miles (+7,392)
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    80,423 miles
    Test number
    658215353165

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass73,031 miles (+7,349)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    73,031 miles
    Test number
    595728101510
    • 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))
    • 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))
  9. Pass65,682 miles (+6,166)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    65,682 miles
    Test number
    567232431146
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  10. Pass59,516 miles (+6,793)
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    59,516 miles
    Test number
    677446309495

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass52,723 miles (+7,771)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    52,723 miles
    Test number
    772181634663

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass44,952 miles (+9,277)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    44,952 miles
    Test number
    297317876750

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass35,675 miles (+6,206)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    35,675 miles
    Test number
    478074409210
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
  14. Pass29,469 miles (+5,711)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    29,469 miles
    Test number
    835881877601
    • AdvisoryWindscreen wipers effectiveness poor. Worn blades &/or greasy screen.
  15. Pass23,758 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    23,758 miles
    Test number
    625262685192
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about LB12 MDU

Does LB12 MDU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB12 MDU is valid until 8 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB12 MDU?
The MOT on LB12 MDU is valid until 8 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB12 MDU done?
LB12 MDU was recorded at 108,126 miles at its MOT on 9 Oct 2026, an average of 7,483 miles a year.
Has LB12 MDU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB12 MDU has failed 3 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Oct 2026.
Has the mileage on LB12 MDU 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 MDU find?
LB12 MDU passed its latest MOT on 9 Oct 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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