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Red · Diesel · 2010 · 1,582 cc

LB59 XBUMOT history

LB59 XBU is a red diesel Kia Ceed first used on 21 Jan 2010. Its MOT is valid until 31 Mar 2027 and it has passed 14 of 19 MOT tests, with 163,519 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 Apr 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 31 Mar 2027
Mileage
163,519 mi
At MOT on 1 Apr 2026
MOT tests
19
14 passed · 5 failed
Per year
9,756 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB59 XBU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Kia
Model
Ceed
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,582 cc
Year of manufacture
2010
First used
21 Jan 2010
MOT status
MOT valid until 31 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
1 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB59 XBU was last recorded at 163,519 miles on 1 Apr 2026, 14,472 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
149,047 miles · 14 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
14,472 miles
Average per year
9,756 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 163,519 miles
  • 2025 – 149,047 miles
  • 2024 – 146,970 miles
  • 2023 – 132,637 miles
  • 2022 – 129,456 miles
  • 2021 – 124,724 miles
  • 2020 – 119,591 miles
  • 2019 – 107,154 miles
  • 2018 – 98,556 miles
  • 2017 – 86,370 miles
  • 2016 – 71,923 miles
  • 2015 – 57,864 miles
  • 2014 – 45,127 miles
  • 2013 – 35,417 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass163,519 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryCentral Front Upper Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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.

  • Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel

    Major2 MOTs, 2020–2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened and inner pads are low

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Rear subframe corroded and x 2 rear trailing arms bushes are deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

19 tests since 12 Feb 2013, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass163,519 miles (+14,472)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    163,519 miles
    Test number
    309152776758
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Upper Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  2. Pass149,047 miles (+2,077)2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    149,047 miles
    Test number
    946867163732
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  3. Fail146,970 miles (+14,333)3 dangerous11 major4 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    146,970 miles
    Test number
    583246226509
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorBrake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Steering locking device missing (2.1.3 (d))
    • MajorNearside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring with an unsafe modification wrong spring fouling on body (5.3.1 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Macpherson strut top bush or bearing has excessive wear or free play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Steering locking device missing (2.1.3 (d))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorSteering column universal joint has excessive wear or play (2.2.2 (c))
    • MajorSteering rack has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) knocing (2.3 (a) (i))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorRear Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  4. Pass132,637 miles (+2)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    132,637 miles
    Test number
    699244881061
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened and inner pads are low (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear subframe corroded and x 2 rear trailing arms bushes are deteriorated
  5. Fail132,635 miles (+3,179)1 dangerous2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,635 miles
    Test number
    133128823119
    • DangerousMacpherson strut fractured (5.3.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened and inner pads are low (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear subframe corroded and x 2 rear trailing arms bushes are deteriorated
  6. Pass129,456 miles (+4,732)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2023
    Odometer
    129,456 miles
    Test number
    771033141450
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  7. Pass124,724 miles1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2022
    Odometer
    124,724 miles
    Test number
    230298664741
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Tyre down to 2mm. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp moisture inside, but not affecting light intensity.
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tyre down to 2.5mm (205/55/16). (5.2.3 (e))
  8. Fail124,724 miles (+5,133)3 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,724 miles
    Test number
    892467198745
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer not working Both. (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side Did not meet the effort, also hand brake lever slack. (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Tyre down to 2mm. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp moisture inside, but not affecting light intensity.
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tyre down to 2.5mm (205/55/16). (5.2.3 (e))
  9. Pass119,591 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2021
    Odometer
    119,591 miles
    Test number
    768096861463

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail119,591 miles (+12,437)1 dangerous3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,591 miles
    Test number
    167614203167
    • DangerousNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush likely to become detached very front bush (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
    • MajorBrake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
  11. Pass107,154 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    107,154 miles
    Test number
    207006332825
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  12. Fail107,154 miles (+8,598)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,154 miles
    Test number
    365874648438
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  13. Pass98,556 miles (+12,186)
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2019
    Odometer
    98,556 miles
    Test number
    438928691242

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass86,370 miles (+14,447)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2018
    Odometer
    86,370 miles
    Test number
    297115294934
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
  15. Pass71,923 miles (+14,059)
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2017
    Odometer
    71,923 miles
    Test number
    612568760041

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass57,864 miles (+12,737)
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2016
    Odometer
    57,864 miles
    Test number
    665852335126

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass45,127 miles (+1,472)
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2015
    Odometer
    45,127 miles
    Test number
    439715134171

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass43,655 miles (+8,238)
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    43,655 miles
    Test number
    929043244058

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass35,417 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    35,417 miles
    Test number
    127843843442
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about LB59 XBU

Does LB59 XBU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB59 XBU is valid until 31 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB59 XBU?
The MOT on LB59 XBU is valid until 31 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB59 XBU done?
LB59 XBU was recorded at 163,519 miles at its MOT on 1 Apr 2026, an average of 9,756 miles a year.
Has LB59 XBU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB59 XBU has failed 5 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Dec 2024.
Has the mileage on LB59 XBU 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 LB59 XBU find?
LB59 XBU passed its latest MOT on 1 Apr 2026 with 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: nearside front lower windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; central front upper oil leak, but not excessive; rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread.

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