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Kia Cerato

Blue · Petrol · 2005 · 1,599 cc

LB54 SVEMOT history

LB54 SVE is a blue petrol Kia Cerato first used on 26 Jan 2005. Its MOT expired on 18 Mar 2026 and it has passed 17 of 26 MOT tests, with 70,747 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 Mar 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 18 Mar 2026
Mileage
70,747 mi
At MOT on 19 Mar 2025
MOT tests
26
17 passed · 9 failed
Per year
3,205 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB54 SVE
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
26 Jan 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 18 Mar 2026
Latest MOT test
19 Mar 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB54 SVE was last recorded at 70,747 miles on 19 Mar 2025, 13 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
70,734 miles · 24 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
13 miles
Average per year
3,205 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 70,747 miles
  • 2024 – 69,272 miles
  • 2023 – 67,548 miles
  • 2022 – 63,480 miles
  • 2021 – 56,148 miles
  • 2020 – 47,875 miles
  • 2018 – 40,683 miles
  • 2017 – 33,360 miles
  • 2016 – 27,004 miles
  • 2015 – 24,799 miles
  • 2014 – 24,181 miles
  • 2013 – 23,184 miles
  • 2012 – 21,786 miles
  • 2011 – 20,618 miles
  • 2010 – 19,156 miles
  • 2009 – 17,851 miles
  • 2008 – 15,784 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass70,747 miles
  • MinorFront Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 3 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 Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Parking brake efficiency below requirements

    Major3 MOTs, 2018–2023

  • Nearside Front Position lamp not working

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2025

  • Central Front Exhaust flexible joint deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

26 tests since 24 Jan 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass70,747 miles (+13)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    70,747 miles
    Test number
    706700889269
    • MinorFront Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  2. Fail70,734 miles (+1,462)1 dangerous5 major2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,734 miles
    Test number
    178293169189
    • DangerousFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle by more than 50% Axle 1 (1.2.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorBrake pedal has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both sides sill area (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  3. Pass69,272 miles (+1,724)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    69,272 miles
    Test number
    360876295604
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both sides (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisorySuspension component corroded but not seriously weakened front and rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  4. Pass67,548 miles (+14)1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    67,548 miles
    Test number
    670470069524
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Exhaust flexible joint deteriorated
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill area (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear shocker corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill area (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear shocker corroded
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Fail67,534 miles (+4,054)1 dangerous8 major2 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,534 miles
    Test number
    552395563704
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorBrake pedal anti-slip provision missing (1.1.2 (c))
    • MajorCentral Rear Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (7.1.2 (e))
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Exhaust flexible joint deteriorated
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill area (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear shocker corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill area (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear shocker corroded
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  6. Pass63,480 miles (+1)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    63,480 miles
    Test number
    749115470286
    • AdvisoryNearside Non obligatory mirror damaged
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Parking (secondary brake) (secondary) brake grabbing slightly (1.3.1 (c))

  7. Fail63,479 miles (+7,331)3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,479 miles
    Test number
    717623952363
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Non obligatory mirror damaged
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Parking (secondary brake) (secondary) brake grabbing slightly (1.3.1 (c))

  8. Pass56,148 miles (+50)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    56,148 miles
    Test number
    974147706029
    • 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 Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  9. Fail56,098 miles (+8,223)1 dangerous2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,098 miles
    Test number
    808732525923
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • 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 Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  10. Pass47,875 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    47,875 miles
    Test number
    697735161313

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail47,872 miles (+7,189)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,872 miles
    Test number
    514713546402
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))

  12. Pass40,683 miles (+52)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    40,683 miles
    Test number
    694018599478
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  13. Fail40,631 miles (+7,271)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,631 miles
    Test number
    514148714740
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  14. Pass33,360 miles (+6,356)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    33,360 miles
    Test number
    842395810938
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre wearing outer edge
    • AdvisoryHand brake just met legal requirements may require repair or adjustment

  15. Pass27,004 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    27,004 miles
    Test number
    250801157504

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail27,004 miles (+2,205)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    27,004 miles
    Test number
    993821340553
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  17. Pass24,799 miles (+618)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    24,799 miles
    Test number
    906378665114

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass24,181 miles (+997)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    24,181 miles
    Test number
    259028364115

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass23,184 miles (+1,398)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    23,184 miles
    Test number
    407453363171

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass21,786 miles (+1,168)
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2013
    Odometer
    21,786 miles
    Test number
    246132252153

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail20,618 miles1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    20,618 miles
    Test number
    266099331115
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • NoteHeavy perishing to o/s rear tyre outer wall

  22. Pass20,618 miles (+1,462)1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2012
    Odometer
    20,618 miles
    Test number
    815809431188
    • NoteHeavy perishing to o/s rear tyre outer wall

  23. Pass19,156 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2011
    Odometer
    19,156 miles
    Test number
    262522630477

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail19,156 miles (+1,305)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    19,156 miles
    Test number
    483512730139
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  25. Pass17,851 miles (+2,067)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    17,851 miles
    Test number
    684591279094
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  26. Pass15,784 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    15,784 miles
    Test number
    811634128035
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about LB54 SVE

Does LB54 SVE currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB54 SVE expired on 18 Mar 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB54 SVE?
The MOT on LB54 SVE expired on 18 Mar 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB54 SVE done?
LB54 SVE was recorded at 70,747 miles at its MOT on 19 Mar 2025, an average of 3,205 miles a year.
Has LB54 SVE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB54 SVE has failed 9 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Feb 2025.
Has the mileage on LB54 SVE 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 SVE find?
LB54 SVE passed its latest MOT on 19 Mar 2025 with 1 minor defect and 3 advisories: front headlamp lens slightly defective; front suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened; rear suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened, and 1 more.

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