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Kia Cerato

Silver · Petrol · 2004 · 1,599 cc

LB54 BHWMOT history

LB54 BHW is a silver petrol Kia Cerato first used on 29 Nov 2004. Its MOT expired on 11 Apr 2025 and it has passed 18 of 28 MOT tests, with 138,390 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Mar 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 11 Apr 2025
Mileage
138,390 mi
At MOT on 28 Mar 2024
MOT tests
28
18 passed · 10 failed
Per year
6,807 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB54 BHW
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Kia
Model
Cerato
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,599 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
29 Nov 2004
MOT status
MOT expired on 11 Apr 2025
Latest MOT test
28 Mar 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB54 BHW was last recorded at 138,390 miles on 28 Mar 2024, 1 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Mar 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
138,389 miles · 26 Mar 2024
Between the last two tests
1 miles
Average per year
6,807 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 138,390 miles
  • 2023 – 133,260 miles
  • 2022 – 122,690 miles
  • 2021 – 112,184 miles
  • 2020 – 100,801 miles
  • 2019 – 94,781 miles
  • 2018 – 91,010 miles
  • 2017 – 85,808 miles
  • 2016 – 80,707 miles
  • 2015 – 74,822 miles
  • 2014 – 68,822 miles
  • 2013 – 63,282 miles
  • 2012 – 58,254 miles
  • 2011 – 53,465 miles
  • 2010 – 49,226 miles
  • 2009 – 44,275 miles
  • 2008 – 39,438 miles
  • 2007 – 26,290 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass138,390 miles
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024

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.

  • Offside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2014

  • Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2018

Full MOT history

28 tests since 9 Oct 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass138,390 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    138,390 miles
    Test number
    398589255345
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail138,389 miles (+5,129)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,389 miles
    Test number
    592725442356
    • MajorFront Lower Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass133,260 miles (+166)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    133,260 miles
    Test number
    865212564012
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel arch corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

  4. Fail133,094 miles (+10,404)6 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,094 miles
    Test number
    223906618517
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • MajorNearside Rear Hydraulic brake calliper excessively weakened by corrosion (1.1.16 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • MajorOffside Rear Hydraulic brake calliper excessively weakened by corrosion (1.1.16 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  5. Pass122,690 miles (+10,506)
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    122,690 miles
    Test number
    470205869982

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass112,184 miles (+5)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    112,184 miles
    Test number
    514336193106
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  7. Fail112,179 miles (+11,378)4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,179 miles
    Test number
    865650312873
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass100,801 miles (+6,020)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2021
    Odometer
    100,801 miles
    Test number
    241575447928
    • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  9. Pass94,781 miles (+3,771)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2020
    Odometer
    94,781 miles
    Test number
    821722556521
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass91,010 miles (+5,202)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    91,010 miles
    Test number
    321395850064
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  11. Pass85,808 miles (+36)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    85,808 miles
    Test number
    520470920320

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail85,772 miles (+5,065)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,772 miles
    Test number
    170027855360
    • FailureNearside Front Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

  13. Pass80,707 miles (+5,885)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    80,707 miles
    Test number
    470240087343
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  14. Pass74,822 miles (+6,000)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    74,822 miles
    Test number
    796022435183

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass68,822 miles (+200)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    68,822 miles
    Test number
    836268544167
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  16. Fail68,622 miles (+5,340)2 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,622 miles
    Test number
    346734334128
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  17. Pass63,282 miles (+31)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    63,282 miles
    Test number
    685812743103
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  18. Fail63,251 miles (+4,997)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,251 miles
    Test number
    106555933171
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  19. Pass58,254 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    58,254 miles
    Test number
    805797332174
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre

  20. Fail58,254 miles (+4,789)2 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,254 miles
    Test number
    737657432118
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre

  21. Pass53,465 miles (+4,239)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    53,465 miles
    Test number
    295978431491
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  22. Pass49,226 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    49,226 miles
    Test number
    764632930116
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  23. Fail49,226 miles (+4,951)4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,226 miles
    Test number
    391932430123
    • FailureBrake performance not tested (3.7.A.1)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  24. Pass44,275 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    44,275 miles
    Test number
    413153969135

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail44,275 miles (+4,837)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,275 miles
    Test number
    824981969172
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint is excessively worn (2.5.C.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Seat belt damaged sufficient to obstruct correct operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  26. Pass39,438 miles (+13,148)1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    39,438 miles
    Test number
    700143608302
    • NoteN/s drive shaft seal leaking badly

  27. Pass26,290 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    26,290 miles
    Test number
    223008187261

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail26,290 miles4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    26,290 miles
    Test number
    340422987210
    • FailureNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailurePower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking from a seal (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about LB54 BHW

Does LB54 BHW currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB54 BHW expired on 11 Apr 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB54 BHW?
The MOT on LB54 BHW expired on 11 Apr 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB54 BHW done?
LB54 BHW was recorded at 138,390 miles at its MOT on 28 Mar 2024, an average of 6,807 miles a year.
Has LB54 BHW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB54 BHW has failed 10 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Mar 2024.
Has the mileage on LB54 BHW 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 LB54 BHW find?
LB54 BHW passed its latest MOT on 28 Mar 2024 with 1 advisory: rear sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened.

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