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Kia Ceed

Yellow · Diesel · 2016 · 1,582 cc

LC16 EFJMOT history

LC16 EFJ is a yellow diesel Kia Ceed first used on 17 May 2016. Its MOT is valid until 2 Jul 2027 and it has passed 8 of 12 MOT tests, with 84,016 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Jul 2026.

LC16 EFJ yellow Kia Ceed – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 2 Jul 2027
Mileage
84,016 mi
At MOT on 3 Jul 2026
MOT tests
12
8 passed · 4 failed
Per year
7,446 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LC16 EFJ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Kia
Model
Ceed
Colour
Yellow
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,582 cc
Year of manufacture
2016
First used
17 May 2016
MOT status
MOT valid until 2 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
3 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LC16 EFJ was last recorded at 84,016 miles on 3 Jul 2026, 2 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 Jul 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
84,014 miles · 1 Jul 2026
Between the last two tests
2 miles
Average per year
7,446 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 84,016 miles
  • 2025 – 71,563 miles
  • 2024 – 64,251 miles
  • 2023 – 58,107 miles
  • 2022 – 52,100 miles
  • 2021 – 44,737 miles
  • 2020 – 37,928 miles
  • 2019 – 30,646 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass84,016 miles
  • MinorRegistration plate lamp missing in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

What MOT advisories mean

Full MOT history

12 tests since 3 May 2019, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass84,016 miles (+2)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    84,016 miles
    Test number
    404017461948
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp missing 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))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  2. Fail84,014 miles (+12,451)2 dangerous2 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,014 miles
    Test number
    358950164937
    • DangerousNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint likely to become detached Bolt Missing (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousRear Fuel tank leaking excessively or a risk of fire (6.1.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp missing in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  3. Pass71,563 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2026
    Odometer
    71,563 miles
    Test number
    857129280565

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail71,563 miles (+7,312)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,563 miles
    Test number
    269058602837
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  5. Pass64,251 miles (+6,144)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2025
    Odometer
    64,251 miles
    Test number
    447197637592
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  6. Pass58,107 miles (+6,007)
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2024
    Odometer
    58,107 miles
    Test number
    798583303392

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass52,100 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2023
    Odometer
    52,100 miles
    Test number
    194010022087

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail52,100 miles (+7,363)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,100 miles
    Test number
    874068948091
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
  9. Pass44,737 miles (+13)
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2022
    Odometer
    44,737 miles
    Test number
    966750936168

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail44,724 miles (+6,796)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,724 miles
    Test number
    581365915737
    • MajorNearside Front Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
  11. Pass37,928 miles (+7,282)
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2021
    Odometer
    37,928 miles
    Test number
    631933386442

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass30,646 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    30,646 miles
    Test number
    465120017354

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LC16 EFJ

Does LC16 EFJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LC16 EFJ is valid until 2 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on LC16 EFJ?
The MOT on LC16 EFJ is valid until 2 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LC16 EFJ done?
LC16 EFJ was recorded at 84,016 miles at its MOT on 3 Jul 2026, an average of 7,446 miles a year.
Has LC16 EFJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LC16 EFJ has failed 4 of its 12 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on LC16 EFJ 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 LC16 EFJ find?
LC16 EFJ passed its latest MOT on 3 Jul 2026 with 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: registration plate lamp missing in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; offside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; oil leak, but not excessive.

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