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Kia Ceed

Blue · Diesel · 2012 · 1,582 cc

LB61 ULJMOT history

LB61 ULJ is a blue diesel Kia Ceed first used on 31 Jan 2012. Its MOT is valid until 21 Oct 2026 and it has passed 12 of 17 MOT tests, with 88,383 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Oct 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 21 Oct 2026
Mileage
88,383 mi
At MOT on 3 Oct 2025
MOT tests
17
12 passed · 5 failed
Per year
5,622 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB61 ULJ
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 valid until 21 Oct 2026
Latest MOT test
3 Oct 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB61 ULJ was last recorded at 88,383 miles on 3 Oct 2025, 8,081 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Oct 2024.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 3 Oct 2016: 39,306 miles, lower than 39,699 miles on 18 Jan 2016.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
80,302 miles · 10 Oct 2024
Between the last two tests
8,081 miles
Average per year
5,622 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 88,383 miles
  • 2024 – 80,302 miles
  • 2023 – 73,817 miles
  • 2022 – 69,100 miles
  • 2021 – 62,710 miles
  • 2020 – 58,226 miles
  • 2019 – 54,365 miles
  • 2018 – 50,949 miles
  • 2017 – 47,320 miles
  • 2016 – 39,306 miles
  • 2015 – 28,230 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass88,383 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel steering arm (2.3 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel steering arm (2.3 (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.

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Nearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Nearside Front Inner Driveshaft CV boot leaking grease and the smaller end

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Inner Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Inner Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

17 tests since 21 Jan 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass88,383 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    88,383 miles
    Test number
    236434851365
    • AdvisoryNearside Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel steering arm (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel steering arm (2.3 (a) (i))

  2. Fail88,383 miles (+8,081)1 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,383 miles
    Test number
    618351887603
    • DangerousSteering column universal joint insecure to the extent there is excessive movement at the mountings (2.1.3 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel steering arm (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel steering arm (2.3 (a) (i))

  3. Pass80,302 miles2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    80,302 miles
    Test number
    496855401165
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both NSR and OSR (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryWindscreen wipers slightly smearing

  4. Fail80,302 miles (+6,485)1 major1 repaired2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,302 miles
    Test number
    267339482307
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both NSR and OSR (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryWindscreen wipers slightly smearing

  5. Pass73,817 miles (+36)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    73,817 miles
    Test number
    339724529497
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Driveshaft CV boot leaking grease and the smaller end
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  6. Fail73,781 miles (+4,681)3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,781 miles
    Test number
    282783221580
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Driveshaft CV boot leaking grease and the smaller end
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  7. Pass69,100 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    69,100 miles
    Test number
    545879864204
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front alignment of windscreen washer could be better
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  8. Fail69,099 miles (+6,389)1 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,099 miles
    Test number
    507385609434
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorStop lamp(s) switch does not operate in accordance with the requirements operation of all brake lights temperamental beginning of test, operation of all brake lights functioning correctly after numerous uses of the brake pedal, advise inspection and possible replacement of switch (4.3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front alignment of windscreen washer could be better
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  9. Pass62,710 miles (+9)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    62,710 miles
    Test number
    332994675985
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Fail62,701 miles (+4,475)2 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,701 miles
    Test number
    904297900808
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass58,226 miles (+3,861)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    58,226 miles
    Test number
    994587587893
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both Sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both Sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  12. Pass54,365 miles (+3,416)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    54,365 miles
    Test number
    936295771397
    • AdvisoryFront pads low

  13. Pass50,949 miles (+3,629)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    50,949 miles
    Test number
    217986436020
    • AdvisoryFront and rear pads wearing low

  14. Pass47,320 miles (+8,014)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    47,320 miles
    Test number
    386053497694
    • AdvisoryRear pads worn

  15. Pass39,306 miles (-393)
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    39,306 miles
    Test number
    225214648895

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass39,699 miles (+11,469)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    39,699 miles
    Test number
    914811699905

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass28,230 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    28,230 miles
    Test number
    179031825415

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB61 ULJ

Does LB61 ULJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB61 ULJ is valid until 21 Oct 2026.
When is the MOT due on LB61 ULJ?
The MOT on LB61 ULJ is valid until 21 Oct 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB61 ULJ done?
LB61 ULJ was recorded at 88,383 miles at its MOT on 3 Oct 2025, an average of 5,622 miles a year.
Has LB61 ULJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB61 ULJ has failed 5 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Oct 2025.
Has the mileage on LB61 ULJ ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 3 Oct 2016. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LB61 ULJ find?
LB61 ULJ passed its latest MOT on 3 Oct 2025 with 2 advisories: nearside steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel steering arm; offside steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel steering arm.

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