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White · Diesel · 2018 · 1,582 cc

LC18 ZLUMOT history

LC18 ZLU is a white diesel Kia Ceed first used on 2 Jul 2018. Its MOT is valid until 19 Aug 2027 and it has passed 6 of 8 MOT tests, with 82,293 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Aug 2026.

LC18 ZLU white Kia Ceed – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Kia Ceed, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 19 Aug 2027
Mileage
82,293 mi
At MOT on 20 Aug 2026
MOT tests
8
6 passed · 2 failed
Per year
10,221 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LC18 ZLU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Kia
Model
Ceed
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,582 cc
Year of manufacture
2018
First used
2 Jul 2018
MOT status
MOT valid until 19 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
20 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LC18 ZLU was last recorded at 82,293 miles on 20 Aug 2026, 7,333 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
74,960 miles · 18 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
7,333 miles
Average per year
10,221 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 82,293 miles
  • 2025 – 74,960 miles
  • 2024 – 66,793 miles
  • 2023 – 56,336 miles
  • 2022 – 41,824 miles
  • 2021 – 29,402 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass82,293 miles
  • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both rear springs (5.3.1 (b) (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 Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

8 tests since 17 Jun 2021, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass82,293 miles (+7,333)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    82,293 miles
    Test number
    298761748631
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both rear springs (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  2. Pass74,960 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    74,960 miles
    Test number
    643977077369
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  3. Fail74,953 miles (+8,160)1 dangerous4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,953 miles
    Test number
    394727330943
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  4. Pass66,793 miles (+10,457)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    66,793 miles
    Test number
    310936244569
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  5. Pass56,336 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    56,336 miles
    Test number
    527030305324
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  6. Fail56,335 miles (+14,511)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,335 miles
    Test number
    649929881624
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Rear Bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear Bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  7. Pass41,824 miles (+12,422)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    41,824 miles
    Test number
    785705758312
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush starting to de bond (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush starting to de bond (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  8. Pass29,402 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    29,402 miles
    Test number
    492409206325

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LC18 ZLU

Does LC18 ZLU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LC18 ZLU is valid until 19 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on LC18 ZLU?
The MOT on LC18 ZLU is valid until 19 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LC18 ZLU done?
LC18 ZLU was recorded at 82,293 miles at its MOT on 20 Aug 2026, an average of 10,221 miles a year.
Has LC18 ZLU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LC18 ZLU has failed 2 of its 8 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Aug 2025.
Has the mileage on LC18 ZLU 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 LC18 ZLU find?
LC18 ZLU passed its latest MOT on 20 Aug 2026 with 1 advisory: rear coil spring corroded both rear springs.

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