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Kia Ceed

Silver · Diesel · 2012 · 1,582 cc

LB12 OBYMOT history

LB12 OBY is a silver diesel Kia Ceed first used on 30 Jul 2012. Its MOT is valid until 30 Jul 2027 and it has passed 12 of 16 MOT tests, with 143,782 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 Jul 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 30 Jul 2027
Mileage
143,782 mi
At MOT on 29 Jul 2026
MOT tests
16
12 passed · 4 failed
Per year
9,304 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB12 OBY
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Kia
Model
Ceed
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,582 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
30 Jul 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 30 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
29 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB12 OBY was last recorded at 143,782 miles on 29 Jul 2026, 4,607 miles more than at the previous MOT on 31 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
139,175 miles · 31 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
4,607 miles
Average per year
9,304 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 143,782 miles
  • 2025 – 139,175 miles
  • 2024 – 124,641 miles
  • 2023 – 121,595 miles
  • 2022 – 117,796 miles
  • 2021 – 113,342 miles
  • 2020 – 106,203 miles
  • 2019 – 100,591 miles
  • 2018 – 88,573 miles
  • 2017 – 68,748 miles
  • 2016 – 55,114 miles
  • 2015 – 40,921 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass143,782 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all four (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

What MOT advisories mean

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass143,782 miles (+4,607)1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    143,782 miles
    Test number
    614297139695
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all four (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Pass139,175 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    139,175 miles
    Test number
    675040350291
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded All 4 (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened All (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Fail139,175 miles (+14,534)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,175 miles
    Test number
    989836865495
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded All 4 (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened All (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Pass124,641 miles (+3,046)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    124,641 miles
    Test number
    679457935621
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin Nearside and Offside (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Nearside and Offside (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play Nearside and Offside (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin Nearside and Offside (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Nearside and Offside (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Pass121,595 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    121,595 miles
    Test number
    105034255540
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, but not excessively n/s/f & o/s/f (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded n/s/r & o/s/r (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre wearing outer tread
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside number plate light works intermittently

  6. Fail121,595 miles (+3,799)1 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,595 miles
    Test number
    676741567788
    • MajorNearside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, but not excessively n/s/f & o/s/f (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded n/s/r & o/s/r (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre wearing outer tread
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside number plate light works intermittently

  7. Pass117,796 miles (+4,454)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    117,796 miles
    Test number
    308696668378

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass113,342 miles (+7,139)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    113,342 miles
    Test number
    268819774404
    • AdvisoryNo smoke at time of emissions test

  9. Pass106,203 miles (+5,612)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    106,203 miles
    Test number
    129430250578

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass100,591 miles (+12,018)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    100,591 miles
    Test number
    453210651775
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  11. Pass88,573 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    88,573 miles
    Test number
    575568140241
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

  12. Fail88,567 miles (+19,819)2 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,567 miles
    Test number
    777086911817
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

  13. Pass68,748 miles (+13,634)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    68,748 miles
    Test number
    243868664999

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass55,114 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    55,114 miles
    Test number
    623765234855
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  15. Fail55,114 miles (+14,193)1 repaired6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,114 miles
    Test number
    183953206326
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  16. Pass40,921 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    40,921 miles
    Test number
    407620895179

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB12 OBY

Does LB12 OBY currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB12 OBY is valid until 30 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB12 OBY?
The MOT on LB12 OBY is valid until 30 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB12 OBY done?
LB12 OBY was recorded at 143,782 miles at its MOT on 29 Jul 2026, an average of 9,304 miles a year.
Has LB12 OBY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB12 OBY has failed 4 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 31 Jul 2025.
Has the mileage on LB12 OBY 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 OBY find?
LB12 OBY passed its latest MOT on 29 Jul 2026 with 1 minor defect and 8 advisories: nearside front suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; coil spring corroded all four; nearside front track rod end ball joint has slight play, and 6 more.

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