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Kia Ceed

Black · Diesel · 2012 · 1,582 cc

LB12 MHEMOT history

LB12 MHE is a black diesel Kia Ceed first used on 28 Jun 2012. Its MOT is valid until 22 Apr 2027 and it has passed 12 of 16 MOT tests, with 71,650 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Apr 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 22 Apr 2027
Mileage
71,650 mi
At MOT on 23 Apr 2026
MOT tests
16
12 passed · 4 failed
Per year
5,644 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB12 MHE
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
28 Jun 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 22 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
23 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB12 MHE was last recorded at 71,650 miles on 23 Apr 2026, 2 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Apr 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
71,648 miles · 22 Apr 2026
Between the last two tests
2 miles
Average per year
5,644 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 71,650 miles
  • 2025 – 66,899 miles
  • 2024 – 62,691 miles
  • 2023 – 61,672 miles
  • 2022 – 55,006 miles
  • 2021 – 47,855 miles
  • 2020 – 43,163 miles
  • 2019 – 36,558 miles
  • 2018 – 30,865 miles
  • 2017 – 24,493 miles
  • 2016 – 17,466 miles
  • 2015 – 10,563 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass71,650 miles
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre perishedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisorySlight corrosion underside of vehicleRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025

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 Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2026

  • Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak

    Major2 MOTs, 2024–2026

  • Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm severe wear on inner edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

Full MOT history

16 tests since 27 Jun 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass71,650 miles (+2)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    71,650 miles
    Test number
    199817517862
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre perished
    • AdvisorySlight corrosion underside of vehicle
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  2. Fail71,648 miles (+4,749)2 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,648 miles
    Test number
    600049533651
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre perished
    • AdvisorySlight corrosion underside of vehicle
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  3. Pass66,899 miles (+4,208)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    66,899 miles
    Test number
    743247478464
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm & Very worn inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisorySlight surface corrosion underside of vehicle
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  4. Pass62,691 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    62,691 miles
    Test number
    613722086740

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail62,689 miles (+1,017)2 dangerous1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,689 miles
    Test number
    283342544412
    • DangerousFront Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick Both side (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousRear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Both side (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryHandbrake lever long travel
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  6. Pass61,672 miles (+611)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    61,672 miles
    Test number
    872478811767
    • AdvisoryFront 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 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm severe wear on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Fail61,061 miles (+6,055)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,061 miles
    Test number
    348595701879
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront 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 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm severe wear on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass55,006 miles (+7,151)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    55,006 miles
    Test number
    352766182053
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  9. Pass47,855 miles (+4,692)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    47,855 miles
    Test number
    256472161860
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  10. Pass43,163 miles (+6,605)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    43,163 miles
    Test number
    528468862993
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  11. Pass36,558 miles (+5,693)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    36,558 miles
    Test number
    676542890704
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  12. Pass30,865 miles (+6,372)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    30,865 miles
    Test number
    526709530304
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  13. Pass24,493 miles (+7,027)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    24,493 miles
    Test number
    748477276657
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  14. Pass17,466 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    17,466 miles
    Test number
    717497746701
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  15. Fail17,466 miles (+6,903)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    17,466 miles
    Test number
    373271618066
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  16. Pass10,563 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    10,563 miles
    Test number
    666818975141
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Questions about LB12 MHE

Does LB12 MHE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB12 MHE is valid until 22 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB12 MHE?
The MOT on LB12 MHE is valid until 22 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB12 MHE done?
LB12 MHE was recorded at 71,650 miles at its MOT on 23 Apr 2026, an average of 5,644 miles a year.
Has LB12 MHE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB12 MHE has failed 4 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on LB12 MHE 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 MHE find?
LB12 MHE passed its latest MOT on 23 Apr 2026 with 1 minor defect and 4 advisories: windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread; offside rear tyre perished, and 2 more.

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