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Kia Cerato

Red · Petrol · 2006 · 1,599 cc

LB55 ZFHMOT history

LB55 ZFH is a red petrol Kia Cerato first used on 23 Jan 2006. Its MOT expired on 13 Feb 2026 and it has passed 17 of 24 MOT tests, with 112,462 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Feb 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 13 Feb 2026
Mileage
112,462 mi
At MOT on 11 Feb 2025
MOT tests
24
17 passed · 7 failed
Per year
6,006 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB55 ZFH
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Kia
Model
Cerato
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,599 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
23 Jan 2006
MOT status
MOT expired on 13 Feb 2026
Latest MOT test
11 Feb 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB55 ZFH was last recorded at 112,462 miles on 11 Feb 2025, 6,011 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Feb 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
106,451 miles · 10 Feb 2024
Between the last two tests
6,011 miles
Average per year
6,006 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 112,462 miles
  • 2024 – 106,451 miles
  • 2023 – 97,755 miles
  • 2022 – 97,641 miles
  • 2021 – 91,785 miles
  • 2020 – 90,017 miles
  • 2019 – 86,976 miles
  • 2018 – 83,884 miles
  • 2017 – 79,558 miles
  • 2016 – 75,075 miles
  • 2015 – 68,092 miles
  • 2014 – 60,721 miles
  • 2013 – 52,406 miles
  • 2012 – 43,831 miles
  • 2011 – 34,694 miles
  • 2010 – 25,199 miles
  • 2009 – 15,798 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass112,462 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  • MinorOffside Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))
  • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Stop lamp(s) lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output ns+os (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Inner ns+os sills slightly/surface corrosion

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Front reg plate damaged

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2016–2017

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Accident damage

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • N/s/r seatbelt frayed

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Headlamp lenses deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

Full MOT history

24 tests since 7 Jan 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass112,462 miles (+6,011)4 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    112,462 miles
    Test number
    630065564377
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Stop lamp(s) lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output ns+os (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Inner ns+os sills slightly/surface corrosion

  2. Pass106,451 miles (+8,696)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    106,451 miles
    Test number
    486813595988
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass97,755 miles (+114)2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    97,755 miles
    Test number
    677911216431
    • MinorOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair both sides (1.2.1 (c))

  4. Pass97,641 miles (+5,856)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    97,641 miles
    Test number
    305181341051
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Lower Gearbox mounting defective
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))

  5. Pass91,785 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    91,785 miles
    Test number
    123182891667
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

  6. Fail91,785 miles (+1,768)2 dangerous1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,785 miles
    Test number
    353021590617
    • DangerousFront Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm Both (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick Both (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

  7. Pass90,017 miles (+3,041)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    90,017 miles
    Test number
    980685472841
    • AdvisoryHeavy wear on front discs
    • AdvisoryO/s/f pads worn almost to metal
    • AdvisoryPinhole in n/s/f outer cv boot

  8. Pass86,976 miles (+3,092)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    86,976 miles
    Test number
    753147884399

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass83,884 miles (+4,326)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    83,884 miles
    Test number
    894339661632
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront wipers poor
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre under inflated and badly worn on outer edges
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre under inflated and badly worn on both edges

  10. Pass79,558 miles (+24)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    79,558 miles
    Test number
    240985910765
    • AdvisoryAccident damage
    • AdvisoryFront reg plate damaged
    • AdvisoryN/s/r seatbelt frayed

  11. Fail79,534 miles (+4,459)1 failure1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,534 miles
    Test number
    922232514015
    • FailureBrake pedal anti-slip provision incomplete (3.3.A.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryAccident damage
    • AdvisoryFront reg plate damaged
    • AdvisoryN/s/r seatbelt frayed

  12. Pass75,075 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    75,075 miles
    Test number
    919989698866
    • AdvisoryFront reg plate damaged
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp lenses deteriorated
    • AdvisoryN/s/f tyre below 3.mm and bald outer edges
    • AdvisoryN/s/r brake pads low
    • AdvisoryO/s/f tyre 3.mm and bald outer edges

  13. Fail75,075 miles (+6,983)1 failure5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,075 miles
    Test number
    907110406422
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • AdvisoryFront reg plate damaged
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp lenses deteriorated
    • AdvisoryN/s/f tyre below 3.mm and bald outer edges
    • AdvisoryN/s/r brake pads low
    • AdvisoryO/s/f tyre 3.mm and bald outer edges

  14. Fail68,092 miles2 repaired3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,092 miles
    Test number
    358980315071
    • Repaired at testNearside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testOffside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteN/s/f brake binding
    • NoteN/s/r door/wheel arch damaged
    • NoteN/s/r seatbelt frayed

  15. Pass68,092 miles (+7,371)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    68,092 miles
    Test number
    598760515042
    • NoteN/s/f brake binding
    • NoteN/s/r door/wheel arch damaged
    • NoteN/s/r seatbelt frayed

  16. Pass60,721 miles2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    60,721 miles
    Test number
    536491014074
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteFront tyres worn on edges
    • NoteO/s/r tyre bald inner edge and stepping

  17. Fail60,721 miles (+8,315)2 repaired2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,721 miles
    Test number
    639621814015
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteFront tyres worn on edges
    • NoteO/s/r tyre bald inner edge and stepping

  18. Pass52,406 miles3 notes
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    52,406 miles
    Test number
    557464413001
    • NoteP.A.S hose to rack damp
    • NoteBoth front tyres 2.mm tread,195/60 15
    • NoteN/s/r and o/s/r seatbelts slightly frayed

  19. Fail52,406 miles (+8,575)1 failure3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,406 miles
    Test number
    847912713011
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteP.A.S hose to rack damp
    • NoteBoth front tyres 2.mm tread,195/60 15
    • NoteN/s/r and o/s/r seatbelts slightly frayed

  20. Pass43,831 miles (+9,137)1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    43,831 miles
    Test number
    135646702002
    • NoteFront tyres worn on edges

  21. Pass34,694 miles (+9,495)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    34,694 miles
    Test number
    265785311026

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass25,199 miles (+9,401)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    25,199 miles
    Test number
    851358710053

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass15,798 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    15,798 miles
    Test number
    892417309029
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  24. Fail15,798 miles1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    15,798 miles
    Test number
    930387909019
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Questions about LB55 ZFH

Does LB55 ZFH currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB55 ZFH expired on 13 Feb 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB55 ZFH?
The MOT on LB55 ZFH expired on 13 Feb 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB55 ZFH done?
LB55 ZFH was recorded at 112,462 miles at its MOT on 11 Feb 2025, an average of 6,006 miles a year.
Has LB55 ZFH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB55 ZFH has failed 7 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Feb 2021.
Has the mileage on LB55 ZFH 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 LB55 ZFH find?
LB55 ZFH passed its latest MOT on 11 Feb 2025 with 4 minor defects and 4 advisories: nearside front outer drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; offside rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface; offside registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources, and 5 more.

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