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Kia Cerato

Blue · Petrol · 2005 · 1,599 cc

LB54 SBUMOT history

LB54 SBU is a blue petrol Kia Cerato first used on 19 Jan 2005. Its MOT is valid until 27 Nov 2026 and it has passed 19 of 25 MOT tests, with 81,738 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 Nov 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 27 Nov 2026
Mileage
81,738 mi
At MOT on 22 Nov 2025
MOT tests
25
19 passed · 6 failed
Per year
3,304 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB54 SBU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Kia
Model
Cerato
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,599 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
19 Jan 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 27 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
22 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB54 SBU was last recorded at 81,738 miles on 22 Nov 2025, 3,771 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
77,967 miles · 25 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
3,771 miles
Average per year
3,304 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 81,738 miles
  • 2024 – 77,967 miles
  • 2023 – 74,694 miles
  • 2022 – 70,075 miles
  • 2021 – 66,882 miles
  • 2020 – 63,762 miles
  • 2019 – 61,582 miles
  • 2018 – 59,891 miles
  • 2017 – 57,310 miles
  • 2016 – 55,091 miles
  • 2015 – 52,271 miles
  • 2014 – 50,184 miles
  • 2013 – 43,852 miles
  • 2012 – 39,498 miles
  • 2011 – 37,171 miles
  • 2010 – 33,603 miles
  • 2009 – 29,141 miles
  • 2008 – 22,771 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass81,738 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion underbody and to suspension components
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2020

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 Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2018

Full MOT history

25 tests since 18 Jan 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass81,738 miles (+3,771)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    81,738 miles
    Test number
    974104574016
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion underbody and to suspension components
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  2. Pass77,967 miles (+3,273)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    77,967 miles
    Test number
    965597688391
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  3. Pass74,694 miles (+4,619)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    74,694 miles
    Test number
    331744963088
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  4. Pass70,075 miles (+3,193)
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    70,075 miles
    Test number
    783366714580

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass66,882 miles (+3,120)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    66,882 miles
    Test number
    618218050146
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Pass63,762 miles (+6)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    63,762 miles
    Test number
    308760403373
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  7. Fail63,756 miles (+641)4 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,756 miles
    Test number
    826222755362
    • MajorCentral Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorEmissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorFront Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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 Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  8. Pass63,115 miles (+1,533)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    63,115 miles
    Test number
    346414565776
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge NSF/OSF/NSR (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass61,582 miles (+1,691)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    61,582 miles
    Test number
    529618305650
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass59,891 miles (+2,581)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    59,891 miles
    Test number
    438526550462
    • AdvisoryFront bumper cracked
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  11. Pass57,310 miles (+2,219)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    57,310 miles
    Test number
    958422002545

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass55,091 miles (+2,820)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    55,091 miles
    Test number
    845136580587

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass52,271 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    52,271 miles
    Test number
    878283215079
    • AdvisorySeat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

  14. Fail52,271 miles (+2,087)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,271 miles
    Test number
    909733615090
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisorySeat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

  15. Pass50,184 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    50,184 miles
    Test number
    496193824059
    • NoteFront brake pads low

  16. Fail50,184 miles (+6,332)1 failure1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,184 miles
    Test number
    178423024401
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NoteFront brake pads low
    • NoteFront bumper cracked

  17. Pass43,852 miles (+4,354)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    43,852 miles
    Test number
    289751813088

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass39,498 miles (+2,327)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    39,498 miles
    Test number
    628903322043
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Pass37,171 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    37,171 miles
    Test number
    927455021056

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail37,171 miles (+3,568)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,171 miles
    Test number
    188389811472
    • DangerousParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  21. Pass33,603 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    33,603 miles
    Test number
    770300720064

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail33,600 miles (+4,459)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,600 miles
    Test number
    773519510082
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

  23. Pass29,141 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    29,141 miles
    Test number
    504730129038

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail29,141 miles (+6,370)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,141 miles
    Test number
    520850529015
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  25. Pass22,771 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    22,771 miles
    Test number
    104258418094

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB54 SBU

Does LB54 SBU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB54 SBU is valid until 27 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on LB54 SBU?
The MOT on LB54 SBU is valid until 27 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB54 SBU done?
LB54 SBU was recorded at 81,738 miles at its MOT on 22 Nov 2025, an average of 3,304 miles a year.
Has LB54 SBU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB54 SBU has failed 6 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 25 Nov 2020.
Has the mileage on LB54 SBU 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 SBU find?
LB54 SBU passed its latest MOT on 22 Nov 2025 with 3 advisories: front inner brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; general corrosion underbody and to suspension components; offside front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material.

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