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Kia Ceed

Black · Diesel · 2012 · 1,582 cc

LB61 UGSMOT history

LB61 UGS is a black diesel Kia Ceed first used on 31 Jan 2012. Its MOT is valid until 31 Jan 2027 and it has passed 12 of 19 MOT tests, with 228,110 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Jan 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 31 Jan 2027
Mileage
228,110 mi
At MOT on 14 Jan 2026
MOT tests
19
12 passed · 7 failed
Per year
15,624 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB61 UGS
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Kia
Model
Ceed
Colour
Black
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
14 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB61 UGS was last recorded at 228,110 miles on 14 Jan 2026, 13,255 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
214,855 miles · 28 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
13,255 miles
Average per year
15,624 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 228,110 miles
  • 2025 – 214,855 miles
  • 2024 – 203,329 miles
  • 2023 – 191,018 miles
  • 2022 – 175,141 miles
  • 2021 – 156,409 miles
  • 2020 – 141,037 miles
  • 2019 – 126,465 miles
  • 2018 – 108,354 miles
  • 2017 – 93,998 miles
  • 2016 – 79,470 miles
  • 2015 – 56,063 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass228,110 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (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.

  • All direction indicators slightly discoloured

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Front Side repeater slightly discoloured Both

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass228,110 miles (+13,255)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    228,110 miles
    Test number
    222903996600
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Pass214,855 miles (+44)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    214,855 miles
    Test number
    202795328569
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryAll direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Side repeater slightly discoloured Both (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  3. Fail214,811 miles (+11,482)5 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    214,811 miles
    Test number
    290360809122
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryAll direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Side repeater slightly discoloured Both (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  4. Pass203,329 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    203,329 miles
    Test number
    701178125561
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

  5. Fail203,329 miles (+12,311)3 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    203,329 miles
    Test number
    662357350542
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear fog lamp switch not able to be operated from the normal driving position (4.5.3 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

  6. Pass191,018 miles (+300)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    191,018 miles
    Test number
    754807126761
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

  7. Fail190,718 miles (+15,577)1 dangerous1 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    190,718 miles
    Test number
    542006594843
    • DangerousOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

  8. Pass175,141 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    175,141 miles
    Test number
    538751616248
    • AdvisoryGeneral suspension corrosion
    • AdvisoryUnder tray fitted

  9. Fail175,141 miles (+18,732)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    175,141 miles
    Test number
    536657218540
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryGeneral suspension corrosion
    • AdvisoryUnder tray fitted

  10. Pass156,409 miles (+15,372)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    156,409 miles
    Test number
    801751078487

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass141,037 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    141,037 miles
    Test number
    219135531077
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin both (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  12. Fail141,037 miles (+14,572)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,037 miles
    Test number
    748233831186
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin both (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  13. Pass126,465 miles (+184)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    126,465 miles
    Test number
    415651838849
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and under trays fitted
    • AdvisoryIndicators faded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  14. Fail126,281 miles (+17,927)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,281 miles
    Test number
    833591996645
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and under trays fitted
    • AdvisoryIndicators faded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  15. Pass108,354 miles (+14,356)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    108,354 miles
    Test number
    172222669380

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass93,998 miles (+14,528)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    93,998 miles
    Test number
    218738319299
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOsf tyre wearing on inner edge
    • AdvisoryZero emissions detected

  17. Pass79,470 miles (+23,407)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    79,470 miles
    Test number
    409380857208
    • AdvisoryZero emissions detected

  18. Pass56,063 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    56,063 miles
    Test number
    318300115053
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteZero emissions detected

  19. Fail56,063 miles2 repaired2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,063 miles
    Test number
    597240615047
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Steering rack gaiter insecure (2.2.D.2d)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteZero emissions detected

Questions about LB61 UGS

Does LB61 UGS currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB61 UGS is valid until 31 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB61 UGS?
The MOT on LB61 UGS 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 UGS done?
LB61 UGS was recorded at 228,110 miles at its MOT on 14 Jan 2026, an average of 15,624 miles a year.
Has LB61 UGS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB61 UGS has failed 7 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Jan 2025.
Has the mileage on LB61 UGS 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 UGS find?
LB61 UGS passed its latest MOT on 14 Jan 2026 with 1 minor defect and 1 advisory: nearside front lower suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; nearside rear lower suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement.

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