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Kia Ceed

Blue · Diesel · 2012 · 1,582 cc

LB12 VBMMOT history

LB12 VBM is a blue diesel Kia Ceed first used on 23 Jul 2012. Its MOT is valid until 16 Jul 2027 and it has passed 13 of 18 MOT tests, with 107,122 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Jul 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 16 Jul 2027
Mileage
107,122 mi
At MOT on 7 Jul 2026
MOT tests
18
13 passed · 5 failed
Per year
8,424 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB12 VBM
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Kia
Model
Ceed
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,582 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
23 Jul 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 16 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
7 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB12 VBM was last recorded at 107,122 miles on 7 Jul 2026, 10,872 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
96,250 miles · 17 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
10,872 miles
Average per year
8,424 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 107,122 miles
  • 2025 – 96,250 miles
  • 2024 – 85,525 miles
  • 2023 – 74,385 miles
  • 2022 – 60,939 miles
  • 2021 – 47,220 miles
  • 2020 – 43,709 miles
  • 2019 – 38,661 miles
  • 2018 – 32,302 miles
  • 2017 – 25,728 miles
  • 2016 – 19,069 miles
  • 2015 – 12,059 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass107,122 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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 Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2025

Full MOT history

18 tests since 25 Mar 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass107,122 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    107,122 miles
    Test number
    454239078183

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail107,122 miles (+10,872)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,122 miles
    Test number
    151063239835
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass96,250 miles (+15)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    96,250 miles
    Test number
    602707663560
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Fail96,235 miles (+10,710)1 dangerous1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,235 miles
    Test number
    369044775210
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively Both (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both trailing arms (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Pass85,525 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    85,525 miles
    Test number
    147012392115

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail85,525 miles (+11,140)1 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,525 miles
    Test number
    185157821947
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  7. Pass74,385 miles (+13,446)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    74,385 miles
    Test number
    759401137944
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass60,939 miles (+13,719)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    60,939 miles
    Test number
    899597724677
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass47,220 miles (+565)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    47,220 miles
    Test number
    956041513581

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass46,655 miles (+2,946)
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    46,655 miles
    Test number
    453954035831

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass43,709 miles (+5,048)
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    43,709 miles
    Test number
    150938736479

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass38,661 miles (+6,359)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    38,661 miles
    Test number
    667660897302
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyre casings are perished

  13. Pass32,302 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    32,302 miles
    Test number
    115991304940

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail32,302 miles (+6,574)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,302 miles
    Test number
    742389096936
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  15. Pass25,728 miles (+6,659)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    25,728 miles
    Test number
    988598826272
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass19,069 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    19,069 miles
    Test number
    177361492446
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  17. Fail19,069 miles (+7,010)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    19,069 miles
    Test number
    361043510586
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  18. Pass12,059 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    12,059 miles
    Test number
    325764785043

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB12 VBM

Does LB12 VBM currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB12 VBM is valid until 16 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB12 VBM?
The MOT on LB12 VBM is valid until 16 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 VBM done?
LB12 VBM was recorded at 107,122 miles at its MOT on 7 Jul 2026, an average of 8,424 miles a year.
Has LB12 VBM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB12 VBM has failed 5 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on LB12 VBM 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 VBM find?
LB12 VBM passed its latest MOT on 7 Jul 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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