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Silver · Diesel · 2018 · 1,582 cc

LB18 EFXMOT history

LB18 EFX is a silver diesel Kia Ceed first used on 4 Jul 2018. Its MOT is valid until 30 Mar 2027 and it has passed 6 of 9 MOT tests, with 77,650 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Mar 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 30 Mar 2027
Mileage
77,650 mi
At MOT on 12 Mar 2026
MOT tests
9
6 passed · 3 failed
Per year
11,570 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB18 EFX
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Kia
Model
Ceed
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,582 cc
Year of manufacture
2018
First used
4 Jul 2018
MOT status
MOT valid until 30 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
12 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB18 EFX was last recorded at 77,650 miles on 12 Mar 2026, 21,057 miles more than at the previous MOT on 31 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
56,593 miles · 31 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
21,057 miles
Average per year
11,570 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 77,650 miles
  • 2025 – 56,593 miles
  • 2024 – 48,469 miles
  • 2023 – 40,778 miles
  • 2022 – 30,177 miles
  • 2021 – 23,262 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass77,650 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))

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.

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2023

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2023

Full MOT history

9 tests since 29 Jun 2021, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass77,650 miles (+21,057)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    77,650 miles
    Test number
    164089879824
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))
  2. Pass56,593 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    56,593 miles
    Test number
    228517165049

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail56,593 miles (+8,124)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,593 miles
    Test number
    285084991132
    • MajorOffside Front Body component damaged and likely to cause injury Door mirror (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  4. Pass48,469 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    48,469 miles
    Test number
    470604159563
    • MinorOffside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
  5. Fail48,466 miles (+7,688)1 dangerous1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,466 miles
    Test number
    244315038107
    • DangerousNearside Front Outer Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  6. Pass40,778 miles (+10,601)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    40,778 miles
    Test number
    269100369602
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  7. Pass30,177 miles (+6,915)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    30,177 miles
    Test number
    172714762902

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass23,262 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    23,262 miles
    Test number
    108304219495

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail23,262 miles1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    23,262 miles
    Test number
    983679745620
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • 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))

Questions about LB18 EFX

Does LB18 EFX currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB18 EFX is valid until 30 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB18 EFX?
The MOT on LB18 EFX is valid until 30 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB18 EFX done?
LB18 EFX was recorded at 77,650 miles at its MOT on 12 Mar 2026, an average of 11,570 miles a year.
Has LB18 EFX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB18 EFX has failed 3 of its 9 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Mar 2025.
Has the mileage on LB18 EFX 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 LB18 EFX find?
LB18 EFX passed its latest MOT on 12 Mar 2026 with 1 advisory: front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides.

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