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Grey · Diesel · 2012 · 1,582 cc

LB12 MJUMOT history

LB12 MJU is a grey diesel Kia Ceed first used on 28 Jun 2012. Its MOT is valid until 4 Nov 2026 and it has passed 11 of 16 MOT tests, with 114,427 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Oct 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 4 Nov 2026
Mileage
114,427 mi
At MOT on 27 Oct 2025
MOT tests
16
11 passed · 5 failed
Per year
8,058 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB12 MJU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Kia
Model
Ceed
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,582 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
28 Jun 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 4 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
27 Oct 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB12 MJU was last recorded at 114,427 miles on 27 Oct 2025, 6,207 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Oct 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
108,220 miles · 16 Oct 2024
Between the last two tests
6,207 miles
Average per year
8,058 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 114,427 miles
  • 2024 – 108,220 miles
  • 2023 – 103,140 miles
  • 2022 – 93,574 miles
  • 2021 – 85,370 miles
  • 2020 – 75,228 miles
  • 2019 – 64,947 miles
  • 2018 – 57,138 miles
  • 2017 – 49,008 miles
  • 2016 – 39,189 miles
  • 2015 – 30,663 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass114,427 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Advise track inspection uneven wear on front tyres

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Both rear tyres cracking but no cords exposed

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

Full MOT history

16 tests since 5 Jun 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass114,427 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    114,427 miles
    Test number
    163984039250
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  2. Fail114,427 miles (+6,207)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,427 miles
    Test number
    840761361000
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  3. Pass108,220 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    108,220 miles
    Test number
    906628423349
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Fail108,220 miles (+5,080)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,220 miles
    Test number
    515268871063
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass103,140 miles (+160)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    103,140 miles
    Test number
    640438083262
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  6. Fail102,980 miles (+9,406)2 dangerous1 major1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,980 miles
    Test number
    470411819317
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  7. Pass93,574 miles (+8,204)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    93,574 miles
    Test number
    898926346517
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  8. Pass85,370 miles (+10,142)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    85,370 miles
    Test number
    787735884991
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside front tyre wearing inner shoulder.
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTrack rod end ball joint has slight play Nearside and offside inner (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  9. Pass75,228 miles (+10,281)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    75,228 miles
    Test number
    573015520578
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass64,947 miles (+7,809)
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    64,947 miles
    Test number
    901186102538

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass57,138 miles (+8,130)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    57,138 miles
    Test number
    135238438483
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  12. Pass49,008 miles (+9,819)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    49,008 miles
    Test number
    198329813046

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass39,189 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    39,189 miles
    Test number
    968463308250
    • AdvisoryAdvise track inspection uneven wear on front tyres
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres cracking but no cords exposed

  14. Fail39,189 miles (+8,526)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,189 miles
    Test number
    945070031186
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryAdvise track inspection uneven wear on front tyres
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres cracking but no cords exposed

  15. Pass30,663 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    30,663 miles
    Test number
    676076055103
    • NoteSlight cracking on all tyres

  16. Fail30,663 miles2 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,663 miles
    Test number
    756046255125
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • NoteRear blade smearing
    • NoteSlight cracking on all tyres

Questions about LB12 MJU

Does LB12 MJU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB12 MJU is valid until 4 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on LB12 MJU?
The MOT on LB12 MJU is valid until 4 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB12 MJU done?
LB12 MJU was recorded at 114,427 miles at its MOT on 27 Oct 2025, an average of 8,058 miles a year.
Has LB12 MJU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB12 MJU has failed 5 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Oct 2025.
Has the mileage on LB12 MJU 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 MJU find?
LB12 MJU passed its latest MOT on 27 Oct 2025 with 2 advisories: offside rear shock absorbers has light misting of oil; steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel.

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