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Kia Ceed

Black · Diesel · 2011 · 1,582 cc

LC61 HTUMOT history

LC61 HTU is a black diesel Kia Ceed first used on 31 Oct 2011. Its MOT is valid until 21 Dec 2026 and it has passed 11 of 15 MOT tests, with 140,622 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 Dec 2025.

LC61 HTU black Kia Ceed – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Kia Ceed, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 21 Dec 2026
Mileage
140,622 mi
At MOT on 22 Dec 2025
MOT tests
15
11 passed · 4 failed
Per year
10,254 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LC61 HTU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Kia
Model
Ceed
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,582 cc
Year of manufacture
2011
First used
31 Oct 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 21 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
22 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LC61 HTU was last recorded at 140,622 miles on 22 Dec 2025, 57 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Dec 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
140,565 miles · 12 Dec 2025
Between the last two tests
57 miles
Average per year
10,254 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 140,622 miles
  • 2024 – 124,324 miles
  • 2023 – 121,019 miles
  • 2022 – 111,603 miles
  • 2020 – 103,850 miles
  • 2019 – 92,127 miles
  • 2018 – 77,926 miles
  • 2017 – 63,203 miles
  • 2016 – 51,480 miles
  • 2015 – 38,040 miles
  • 2014 – 26,282 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass140,622 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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 Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated losing grease

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2019

Full MOT history

15 tests since 28 Oct 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass140,622 miles (+57)
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    140,622 miles
    Test number
    505292637306

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail140,565 miles (+16,241)2 dangerous7 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,565 miles
    Test number
    977872690553
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp light intensity significantly reduced FLICKERING (4.2.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Steering rack has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) RACK BUSHINGS WORN (2.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))

  3. Pass124,324 miles (+3,305)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    124,324 miles
    Test number
    823865094481
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Steering linkage ball joint has slight play track rod joint (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner 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 arm front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Pass121,019 miles (+20)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    121,019 miles
    Test number
    446707684938
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Fail120,999 miles (+9,396)2 dangerous7 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,999 miles
    Test number
    272966895789
    • DangerousOffside Rear Inner Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Outer Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorBrake lever has insufficient reserve travel handbrake (1.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Steering linkage ball joint has excessive play track rod (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Parking (secondary brake) on a single line braking system has inadequate effort at a wheel (1.3.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Steering linkage ball joint has excessive play track rod (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  6. Pass111,603 miles2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    111,603 miles
    Test number
    661805851163
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated losing grease (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  7. Fail111,603 miles (+7,753)5 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,603 miles
    Test number
    706513760612
    • MajorBattery insecure and likely to cause a short circuit (4.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt come lose (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated losing grease (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass103,850 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    103,850 miles
    Test number
    279819306964
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edges worn (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Fail103,850 miles (+11,723)1 dangerous3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,850 miles
    Test number
    609380091794
    • DangerousNearside Front Outer Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorBrake lever has insufficient reserve travel handbrake travel (1.1.2 (a))
    • MajorFront Steering column has an unsafe modification steering uni joint to rack bolt loose (2.2.2 (e))
    • MajorFront Steering column universal joint has excessive wear or play lower (2.2.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edges worn (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass92,127 miles (+14,201)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    92,127 miles
    Test number
    594333973084
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  11. Pass77,926 miles (+14,723)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    77,926 miles
    Test number
    527511626908
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  12. Pass63,203 miles (+11,723)
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    63,203 miles
    Test number
    583606055648

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass51,480 miles (+13,440)
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    51,480 miles
    Test number
    394515785175

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass38,040 miles (+11,758)
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    38,040 miles
    Test number
    915664973488

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass26,282 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    26,282 miles
    Test number
    556201804331

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LC61 HTU

Does LC61 HTU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LC61 HTU is valid until 21 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on LC61 HTU?
The MOT on LC61 HTU is valid until 21 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LC61 HTU done?
LC61 HTU was recorded at 140,622 miles at its MOT on 22 Dec 2025, an average of 10,254 miles a year.
Has LC61 HTU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LC61 HTU has failed 4 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Dec 2025.
Has the mileage on LC61 HTU 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 LC61 HTU find?
LC61 HTU passed its latest MOT on 22 Dec 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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