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Kia Ceed

Red · Diesel · 2012 · 1,582 cc

LB61 OTFMOT history

LB61 OTF is a red diesel Kia Ceed first used on 30 Jan 2012. Its MOT is valid until 22 Feb 2027 and it has passed 12 of 17 MOT tests, with 125,320 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Feb 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 22 Feb 2027
Mileage
125,320 mi
At MOT on 13 Feb 2026
MOT tests
17
12 passed · 5 failed
Per year
7,707 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB61 OTF
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Kia
Model
Ceed
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,582 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
30 Jan 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 22 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
13 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB61 OTF was last recorded at 125,320 miles on 13 Feb 2026, 172 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Feb 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
125,148 miles · 4 Feb 2026
Between the last two tests
172 miles
Average per year
7,707 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 125,320 miles
  • 2025 – 120,432 miles
  • 2024 – 108,940 miles
  • 2023 – 95,780 miles
  • 2022 – 81,931 miles
  • 2021 – 74,204 miles
  • 2020 – 70,257 miles
  • 2019 – 66,268 miles
  • 2018 – 63,071 miles
  • 2017 – 56,429 miles
  • 2016 – 48,849 miles
  • 2015 – 40,196 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass125,320 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

  • Parking brake efficiency below requirements

    Major2 MOTs, 2020–2026

  • Offside Front Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Nearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

17 tests since 28 Jan 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass125,320 miles (+172)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    125,320 miles
    Test number
    685352168116
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  2. Fail125,148 miles (+4,716)3 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,148 miles
    Test number
    228476828256
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  3. Pass120,432 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    120,432 miles
    Test number
    118776766690
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively and nearside front (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play and nearside front (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement and nearside rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Fail120,432 miles (+11,492)1 dangerous2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,432 miles
    Test number
    765012144813
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick and nearside rear (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar damaged and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn and nearside rear (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively and nearside front (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play and nearside front (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement and nearside rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Pass108,940 miles (+13,160)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    108,940 miles
    Test number
    260544736409
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass95,780 miles (+13,849)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    95,780 miles
    Test number
    524328972644
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass81,931 miles (+7,727)
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    81,931 miles
    Test number
    555714085004

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass74,204 miles (+65)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    74,204 miles
    Test number
    643243078067
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  9. Fail74,139 miles (+3,882)1 dangerous3 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,139 miles
    Test number
    902058326636
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  10. Pass70,257 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    70,257 miles
    Test number
    794914463391

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail70,257 miles (+3,989)1 major2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,257 miles
    Test number
    882000600833
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • Repaired at testCentral Front Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

  12. Pass66,268 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    66,268 miles
    Test number
    876635872756
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  13. Fail66,268 miles (+3,197)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,268 miles
    Test number
    779995766661
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  14. Pass63,071 miles (+6,642)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    63,071 miles
    Test number
    375173533795
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both in poor condition (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2.0mm remaining (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2.0mm remaining (4.1.E.1)

  15. Pass56,429 miles (+7,580)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    56,429 miles
    Test number
    116890771635
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  16. Pass48,849 miles (+8,653)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    48,849 miles
    Test number
    735789613926
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  17. Pass40,196 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    40,196 miles
    Test number
    886198225058
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Questions about LB61 OTF

Does LB61 OTF currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB61 OTF is valid until 22 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB61 OTF?
The MOT on LB61 OTF is valid until 22 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB61 OTF done?
LB61 OTF was recorded at 125,320 miles at its MOT on 13 Feb 2026, an average of 7,707 miles a year.
Has LB61 OTF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB61 OTF has failed 5 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Feb 2026.
Has the mileage on LB61 OTF 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 LB61 OTF find?
LB61 OTF passed its latest MOT on 13 Feb 2026 with 1 advisory: nearside front shock absorbers has light misting of oil.

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