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Kia Ceed

White · Diesel · 2012 · 1,582 cc

LB61 TLVMOT history

LB61 TLV is a white diesel Kia Ceed first used on 31 Jan 2012. Its MOT is valid until 31 Jan 2027 and it has passed 12 of 18 MOT tests, with 74,423 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Jan 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 31 Jan 2027
Mileage
74,423 mi
At MOT on 16 Jan 2026
MOT tests
18
12 passed · 6 failed
Per year
4,223 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB61 TLV
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Kia
Model
Ceed
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,582 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
31 Jan 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 31 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
16 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB61 TLV was last recorded at 74,423 miles on 16 Jan 2026, 4,684 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
69,739 miles · 24 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
4,684 miles
Average per year
4,223 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 74,423 miles
  • 2025 – 69,739 miles
  • 2024 – 64,952 miles
  • 2023 – 60,348 miles
  • 2022 – 55,515 miles
  • 2021 – 51,631 miles
  • 2020 – 48,423 miles
  • 2019 – 42,586 miles
  • 2018 – 36,814 miles
  • 2017 – 33,708 miles
  • 2016 – 31,140 miles
  • 2015 – 28,029 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass74,423 miles
  • AdvisoryEngine cover and undertray fitted
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion to underside and suspension components
  • AdvisoryNear side front inner CV boot leaking grease but preventing the ingress of dirt
  • 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 slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNon-obligatory stop light elements missing but light still functions
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Trailing arm bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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.

  • Engine cover and undertrays fitted

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2017–2025

  • Offside Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2017

Full MOT history

18 tests since 10 Jan 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass74,423 miles (+4,684)12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    74,423 miles
    Test number
    657245839207
    • AdvisoryEngine cover and undertray fitted
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion to underside and suspension components
    • AdvisoryNear side front inner CV boot leaking grease but preventing the ingress of dirt
    • 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 slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNon-obligatory stop light elements missing but light still functions
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Trailing arm bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Pass69,739 miles (+4,787)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    69,739 miles
    Test number
    395599903185
    • AdvisoryBoth front lower ball joint dust covers deteriorated bot preventing the ingress of dirt
    • AdvisoryEngine cover and undertrays fitted
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Cv boot leaking grease but preventing the ingress of dirt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Trailing arm bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Trailing arm bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass64,952 miles (+4,604)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    64,952 miles
    Test number
    384540882332
    • MinorCentral Upper Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner C v boot leaking but still preventing the ingress of dirt.
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Axel (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Axel (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Pass60,348 miles (+30)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    60,348 miles
    Test number
    135840899186
    • AdvisoryEngine cover and undertrays fitted

  5. Fail60,318 miles (+4,803)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,318 miles
    Test number
    758028676025
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryEngine cover and undertrays fitted
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  6. Pass55,515 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    55,515 miles
    Test number
    775636960324
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Both rears on the Caliper (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Slightly cracking and perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  7. Fail55,514 miles (+3,883)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,514 miles
    Test number
    709408416966
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Both rears on the Caliper (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Slightly cracking and perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing not checked

  8. Pass51,631 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    51,631 miles
    Test number
    170049100848

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail51,631 miles (+3,208)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,631 miles
    Test number
    566412659471
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  10. Pass48,423 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    48,423 miles
    Test number
    186945184763

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail48,423 miles (+5,837)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,423 miles
    Test number
    361954812298
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

  12. Pass42,586 miles (+5,772)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    42,586 miles
    Test number
    686260209221
    • AdvisoryEngine bay covers & Under trays (fitted as standard) obscuring some testable items

  13. Pass36,814 miles (+3,106)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    36,814 miles
    Test number
    852605334529
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres,sidewalls perished
    • AdvisoryEngine cover and undertrays fitted
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre,sidewall perished and damaged but no cords showing
    • AdvisoryOffside Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

  14. Pass33,708 miles (+20)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    33,708 miles
    Test number
    550535165113
    • AdvisoryEngine cover and undertrays fitted
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

  15. Fail33,688 miles (+2,548)3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,688 miles
    Test number
    549632791521
    • FailureNearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside rear brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryEngine cover and undertrays fitted
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  16. Pass31,140 miles (+3,111)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    31,140 miles
    Test number
    408968243600
    • AdvisoryEngine cover and undertray fitted obscuring some components
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Inner surface (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  17. Pass28,029 miles (+126)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    28,029 miles
    Test number
    396264715010

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail27,903 miles1 failure1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    27,903 miles
    Test number
    998080815006
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • Repaired at testCentre Front Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Questions about LB61 TLV

Does LB61 TLV currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB61 TLV is valid until 31 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB61 TLV?
The MOT on LB61 TLV is valid until 31 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB61 TLV done?
LB61 TLV was recorded at 74,423 miles at its MOT on 16 Jan 2026, an average of 4,223 miles a year.
Has LB61 TLV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB61 TLV has failed 6 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Jan 2023.
Has the mileage on LB61 TLV 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 TLV find?
LB61 TLV passed its latest MOT on 16 Jan 2026 with 12 advisories: engine cover and undertray fitted; front brake pad(s) wearing thin; general corrosion to underside and suspension components, and 9 more.

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