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Kia Ceed

Grey · Diesel · 2012 · 1,582 cc

LB12 NWTMOT history

LB12 NWT is a grey diesel Kia Ceed first used on 29 Jul 2012. Its MOT is valid until 10 Feb 2027 and it has passed 11 of 17 MOT tests, with 139,212 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Feb 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 10 Feb 2027
Mileage
139,212 mi
At MOT on 11 Feb 2026
MOT tests
17
11 passed · 6 failed
Per year
10,680 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB12 NWT
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
29 Jul 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 10 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
11 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB12 NWT was last recorded at 139,212 miles on 11 Feb 2026, 8,955 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
130,257 miles · 17 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
8,955 miles
Average per year
10,680 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 139,212 miles
  • 2025 – 130,257 miles
  • 2024 – 125,234 miles
  • 2023 – 111,615 miles
  • 2022 – 96,451 miles
  • 2021 – 96,435 miles
  • 2020 – 83,200 miles
  • 2019 – 70,164 miles
  • 2018 – 61,554 miles
  • 2017 – 50,972 miles
  • 2016 – 38,966 miles
  • 2015 – 25,411 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass139,212 miles
  • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryLower Steering column universal joint has slight wear or play (2.2.2 (c))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened beam (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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 Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2025

  • Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2025

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass139,212 miles (+8,955)1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    139,212 miles
    Test number
    898597297044
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryLower Steering column universal joint has slight wear or play (2.2.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened beam (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass130,257 miles2 minor
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    130,257 miles
    Test number
    590578705114
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

  3. Fail130,257 miles (+5,023)1 dangerous5 major2 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,257 miles
    Test number
    202749929817
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

  4. Pass125,234 miles (+13,619)
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    125,234 miles
    Test number
    930871177876

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass111,615 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    111,615 miles
    Test number
    673953260757
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Fail111,615 miles (+15,164)3 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,615 miles
    Test number
    842474411368
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryEML flashing
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass96,451 miles (+16)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    96,451 miles
    Test number
    518967363660
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres slightly out of shape
    • AdvisoryO/s front inner c v gaiter leaking very slightly

  8. Fail96,435 miles (+13,235)6 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,435 miles
    Test number
    872231010233
    • MajorBonnet primary retaining device ineffective (3.1 (c))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))
    • MajorNearside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  9. Pass83,200 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    83,200 miles
    Test number
    696848316128
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  10. Fail83,200 miles (+13,036)2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,200 miles
    Test number
    900627780445
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp showing white light to the rear (4.2.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) showing white light to the rear (4.3.3 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  11. Pass70,164 miles (+8,610)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    70,164 miles
    Test number
    863428206045
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres worn heavy inner edges

  12. Pass61,554 miles2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    61,554 miles
    Test number
    578358540067
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryFront tyres wearing on inner edge

  13. Fail61,554 miles (+10,582)3 repaired2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,554 miles
    Test number
    623424153985
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Position lamp showing white light to the rear (4.2.3 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryFront tyres wearing on inner edge

  14. Pass50,972 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    50,972 miles
    Test number
    883127656961
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  15. Fail50,972 miles (+12,006)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,972 miles
    Test number
    605126225474
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass38,966 miles (+13,555)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    38,966 miles
    Test number
    131020772067
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyre treads are starting to wear low

  17. Pass25,411 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    25,411 miles
    Test number
    766988765181

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB12 NWT

Does LB12 NWT currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB12 NWT is valid until 10 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB12 NWT?
The MOT on LB12 NWT is valid until 10 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB12 NWT done?
LB12 NWT was recorded at 139,212 miles at its MOT on 11 Feb 2026, an average of 10,680 miles a year.
Has LB12 NWT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB12 NWT has failed 6 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Jan 2025.
Has the mileage on LB12 NWT 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 NWT find?
LB12 NWT passed its latest MOT on 11 Feb 2026 with 1 minor defect and 8 advisories: battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier; lower steering column universal joint has slight wear or play; nearside front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front inner bush, and 6 more.

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