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Kia Ceed

Blue · Diesel · 2012 · 1,582 cc

LB61 ULAMOT history

LB61 ULA is a blue diesel Kia Ceed first used on 31 Jan 2012. Its MOT expired on 17 Dec 2025 and it has passed 10 of 20 MOT tests, with 89,448 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Dec 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 17 Dec 2025
Mileage
89,448 mi
At MOT on 7 Dec 2024
MOT tests
20
10 passed · 10 failed
Per year
4,960 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB61 ULA
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Kia
Model
Ceed
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,582 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
31 Jan 2012
MOT status
MOT expired on 17 Dec 2025
Latest MOT test
7 Dec 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB61 ULA was last recorded at 89,448 miles on 7 Dec 2024, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Dec 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
89,448 miles · 6 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
4,960 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 89,448 miles
  • 2023 – 84,175 miles
  • 2022 – 78,877 miles
  • 2021 – 74,303 miles
  • 2020 – 70,029 miles
  • 2019 – 66,375 miles
  • 2018 – 60,521 miles
  • 2017 – 54,045 miles
  • 2016 – 49,430 miles
  • 2015 – 44,673 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass89,448 miles
  • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt x2Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged run flat and has a temp repair (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryRear parking brake imbalancedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryCorrosion underneathRecorded at 3 MOTs since 2022

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 Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working

    Major3 MOTs, 2018–2023

  • Front All direction indicators slightly discoloured

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Rear Nail in tyre

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam

    Major2 MOTs, 2018–2023

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass89,448 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    89,448 miles
    Test number
    810283346087
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt x2
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged run flat and has a temp repair (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear parking brake imbalanced
    • AdvisoryCorrosion underneath

  2. Fail89,448 miles (+5,273)3 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,448 miles
    Test number
    745958851642
    • MajorAll direction indicators incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
    • MajorRear Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt x2
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged run flat and has a temp repair (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear parking brake imbalanced
    • AdvisoryCorrosion underneath

  3. Pass84,175 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    84,175 miles
    Test number
    354693884738
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  4. Fail84,175 miles (+5,298)4 major1 repaired2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,175 miles
    Test number
    883192655568
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively re clipped it in (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.8mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 0mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  5. Pass78,877 miles2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    78,877 miles
    Test number
    413620184328
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated leaking grease (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated leaking grease (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryFront Side repeater slightly discoloured both (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion underneath
    • AdvisoryCovers fitted obstructing view

  6. Fail78,877 miles (+4,574)2 major2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,877 miles
    Test number
    660246577258
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated leaking grease (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated leaking grease (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryFront Side repeater slightly discoloured both (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion underneath
    • AdvisoryCovers fitted obstructing view

  7. Pass74,303 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    74,303 miles
    Test number
    654006836617
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner CV Boot Slightly Worn

  8. Fail74,303 miles (+4,274)1 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,303 miles
    Test number
    424238310405
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner CV Boot Slightly Worn

  9. Pass70,029 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    70,029 miles
    Test number
    982152225837
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all unchanged (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt both rear
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  10. Fail70,026 miles (+3,651)2 dangerous1 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,026 miles
    Test number
    595221637178
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all unchanged (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt both rear
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  11. Pass66,375 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    66,375 miles
    Test number
    957544405210
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt x2
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all 4 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  12. Fail66,375 miles (+5,854)1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,375 miles
    Test number
    961248470575
    • MajorNearside Headlamp levelling device cannot be operated from the driver's seat (4.1.5 (b))
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt x2
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all 4 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  13. Pass60,521 miles (+18)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    60,521 miles
    Test number
    660641716120
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt x 2
    • AdvisoryCovers fitted obstructing view
    • AdvisoryOffside front inner cv boot slight leak of grease

  14. Fail60,503 miles (+6,458)5 major2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,503 miles
    Test number
    904244650448
    • MajorFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Road wheel fixing missing Locking wheel nut missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated Slight leak of grease (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated Inflated for brake test but had only 10psi wherchecked (5.2.3 (h) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively Also noisy on application of hand brake (1.2.1 (f))

  15. Pass54,045 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    54,045 miles
    Test number
    509199477777
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres worn to 2.5mm

  16. Fail54,044 miles (+4,614)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,044 miles
    Test number
    317157988342
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres worn to 2.5mm

  17. Pass49,430 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    49,430 miles
    Test number
    309927286774
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryCoolant low

  18. Fail49,430 miles (+4,757)1 failure1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,430 miles
    Test number
    447654994970
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryCoolant low

  19. Pass44,673 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    44,673 miles
    Test number
    547714686624
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres cracking/perished
    • AdvisoryEngine covers & undertrays fitted
    • AdvisoryFront inner brake pads wearing thin
    • AdvisoryItems moved from drivers view

  20. Fail44,673 miles1 failure5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,673 miles
    Test number
    975078408516
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge 0.0mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres cracking/perished
    • AdvisoryEngine covers & undertrays fitted
    • AdvisoryFront inner brake pads wearing thin
    • AdvisoryItems moved from drivers view

Questions about LB61 ULA

Does LB61 ULA currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB61 ULA expired on 17 Dec 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB61 ULA?
The MOT on LB61 ULA expired on 17 Dec 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB61 ULA done?
LB61 ULA was recorded at 89,448 miles at its MOT on 7 Dec 2024, an average of 4,960 miles a year.
Has LB61 ULA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB61 ULA has failed 10 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 6 Dec 2024.
Has the mileage on LB61 ULA 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 ULA find?
LB61 ULA passed its latest MOT on 7 Dec 2024 with 8 advisories: child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt x2; front service brake fluctuating, but not excessively; offside front anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play, and 5 more.

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