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Kia Ceed

Grey · Diesel · 2012 · 1,582 cc

LC12 YPMMOT history

LC12 YPM is a grey diesel Kia Ceed first used on 29 May 2012. Its MOT is valid until 11 Sept 2027 and it has passed 12 of 17 MOT tests, with 86,071 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Sept 2026.

LC12 YPM grey Kia Ceed – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Kia Ceed, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 11 Sept 2027
Mileage
86,071 mi
At MOT on 11 Sept 2026
MOT tests
17
12 passed · 5 failed
Per year
6,004 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LC12 YPM
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Kia
Model
Ceed
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,582 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
29 May 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 11 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
11 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LC12 YPM was last recorded at 86,071 miles on 11 Sept 2026, 4,854 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
81,217 miles · 5 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
4,854 miles
Average per year
6,004 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 86,071 miles
  • 2025 – 81,217 miles
  • 2024 – 79,376 miles
  • 2023 – 71,669 miles
  • 2022 – 64,038 miles
  • 2021 – 55,640 miles
  • 2020 – 48,350 miles
  • 2019 – 36,470 miles
  • 2018 – 31,238 miles
  • 2017 – 24,384 miles
  • 2016 – 21,287 miles
  • 2015 – 18,247 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass86,071 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • 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))
  • AdvisorySteering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (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.

  • Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid

    Major3 MOTs, 2023–2025

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Nearside Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Upper Steering column universal joint has slight wear or play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

17 tests since 26 May 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass86,071 miles (+4,854)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    86,071 miles
    Test number
    668176961613
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • 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))
    • AdvisorySteering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  2. Pass81,217 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    81,217 miles
    Test number
    737403070755
    • AdvisoryNearside Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUpper Steering column universal joint has slight wear or play (2.2.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryBoth front and rear discs generally corroded due to lack of use

  3. Fail81,217 miles (+1,841)7 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,217 miles
    Test number
    765943527769
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim unable to be tested not working (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUpper Steering column universal joint has slight wear or play (2.2.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryBoth front and rear discs generally corroded due to lack of use

  4. Pass79,376 miles1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    79,376 miles
    Test number
    328034230584
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Road wheel slightly distorted rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  5. Fail79,376 miles (+7,707)1 dangerous4 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,376 miles
    Test number
    571884906583
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 205/55/16 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Road wheel slightly distorted rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on limits (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  6. Pass71,669 miles (+1)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    71,669 miles
    Test number
    951614481306
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Fail71,668 miles (+7,630)1 dangerous3 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,668 miles
    Test number
    988323337721
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorBonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass64,038 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    64,038 miles
    Test number
    624588440566
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  9. Fail64,038 miles (+8,398)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,038 miles
    Test number
    277886706683
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  10. Pass55,640 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2022
    Odometer
    55,640 miles
    Test number
    530497649443

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail55,640 miles (+7,290)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,640 miles
    Test number
    137340762711
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre

  12. Pass48,350 miles (+11,880)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2021
    Odometer
    48,350 miles
    Test number
    134744435153
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  13. Pass36,470 miles (+5,232)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    36,470 miles
    Test number
    232108602736
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin appear to be on legal limit (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  14. Pass31,238 miles (+6,854)
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2019
    Odometer
    31,238 miles
    Test number
    184138022726

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass24,384 miles (+3,097)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2018
    Odometer
    24,384 miles
    Test number
    343235294537
    • AdvisoryO/s and n/s front tyre tread worn and almost bald on inner edges and getting low
    • AdvisoryO/s front tyre badly perished and deep cracked, but no cords exposed

  16. Pass21,287 miles (+3,040)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2017
    Odometer
    21,287 miles
    Test number
    907659868439
    • AdvisoryNear side front tyre wearing heavy on inner edge
    • AdvisoryOffside front tyre wearing on inner edge

  17. Pass18,247 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2016
    Odometer
    18,247 miles
    Test number
    247036445142

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LC12 YPM

Does LC12 YPM currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LC12 YPM is valid until 11 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on LC12 YPM?
The MOT on LC12 YPM is valid until 11 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LC12 YPM done?
LC12 YPM was recorded at 86,071 miles at its MOT on 11 Sept 2026, an average of 6,004 miles a year.
Has LC12 YPM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LC12 YPM has failed 5 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Aug 2025.
Has the mileage on LC12 YPM 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 LC12 YPM find?
LC12 YPM passed its latest MOT on 11 Sept 2026 with 5 advisories: nearside front shock absorbers has light misting of oil; oil leak, but not excessive; rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened, and 2 more.

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