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Kia Ceed

Black · Diesel · 2012 · 1,582 cc

LB12 MEVMOT history

LB12 MEV is a black diesel Kia Ceed first used on 10 Jul 2012. Its MOT is valid until 23 Jan 2027 and it has passed 11 of 17 MOT tests, with 107,509 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Jan 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 23 Jan 2027
Mileage
107,509 mi
At MOT on 14 Jan 2026
MOT tests
17
11 passed · 6 failed
Per year
6,338 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB12 MEV
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Kia
Model
Ceed
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,582 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
10 Jul 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 23 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
14 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB12 MEV was last recorded at 107,509 miles on 14 Jan 2026, 8,319 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
99,190 miles · 24 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
8,319 miles
Average per year
6,338 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 107,509 miles
  • 2025 – 99,190 miles
  • 2024 – 92,853 miles
  • 2022 – 84,680 miles
  • 2021 – 80,792 miles
  • 2020 – 77,307 miles
  • 2019 – 71,401 miles
  • 2018 – 66,939 miles
  • 2017 – 60,564 miles
  • 2016 – 53,461 miles
  • 2015 – 40,836 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass107,509 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

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.

  • Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Towball/hitch not fitted at time of test

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass107,509 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    107,509 miles
    Test number
    865000779044
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Fail107,509 miles (+8,319)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,509 miles
    Test number
    940641172800
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass99,190 miles (+6,337)2 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    99,190 miles
    Test number
    785003343056
    • MinorNearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning lower of lamp (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated upper boot (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread water ingress (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement lower arm, front bush worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both faces worn (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm, front bush worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement lower arm, front bush worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm, front bush worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryCoolant level below minimum

  4. Pass92,853 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    92,853 miles
    Test number
    650503333659
    • AdvisoryTowball/hitch not fitted at time of test

  5. Fail92,853 miles (+8,173)3 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,853 miles
    Test number
    709626123879
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working side light (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorRear Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak level on min
    • AdvisoryTowball/hitch not fitted at time of test

  6. Pass84,680 miles (+3,888)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    84,680 miles
    Test number
    926587585643
    • AdvisoryNearside screen wash not working
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inside edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryTowball/hitch not fitted at time of test
    • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  7. Pass80,792 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    80,792 miles
    Test number
    207618540186
    • AdvisoryNearside Front washer jet not working
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing also worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Fail80,792 miles (+3,485)1 dangerous1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,792 miles
    Test number
    444797759156
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn down to 2.4mm also worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front washer jet not working
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing also worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass77,307 miles (+5,906)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    77,307 miles
    Test number
    247159193872
    • AdvisoryBrake hydraulic reservoir close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened on inside face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside washer jet not working
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened on inside face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  10. Pass71,401 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    71,401 miles
    Test number
    347694819199
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  11. Fail71,401 miles (+4,462)1 dangerous3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,401 miles
    Test number
    832004600133
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre wearing on inside edge
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  12. Pass66,939 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    66,939 miles
    Test number
    446689845545
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm on inside edge (4.1.E.1)

  13. Fail66,939 miles (+6,375)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,939 miles
    Test number
    791070344216
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm on inside edge (4.1.E.1)

  14. Pass60,564 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    60,564 miles
    Test number
    477920968341

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail60,562 miles (+7,101)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,562 miles
    Test number
    714264173764
    • FailureNearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureTrailer electrical socket (13 pin) not operating the trailer lamps as intended stop lamps and left indicator inop (1.9.4)
    • AdvisoryTraction control light on

  16. Pass53,461 miles (+12,625)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    53,461 miles
    Test number
    728436654894

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass40,836 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    40,836 miles
    Test number
    228750395160

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB12 MEV

Does LB12 MEV currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB12 MEV is valid until 23 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB12 MEV?
The MOT on LB12 MEV is valid until 23 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 MEV done?
LB12 MEV was recorded at 107,509 miles at its MOT on 14 Jan 2026, an average of 6,338 miles a year.
Has LB12 MEV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB12 MEV has failed 6 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on LB12 MEV 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 MEV find?
LB12 MEV passed its latest MOT on 14 Jan 2026 with 4 advisories: nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; nearside rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge, and 1 more.

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