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Kia Ceed

Red · Diesel · 2011 · 1,582 cc

LC61 HXSMOT history

LC61 HXS is a red diesel Kia Ceed first used on 31 Oct 2011. Its MOT is valid until 17 Apr 2027 and it has passed 12 of 21 MOT tests, with 142,171 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Apr 2026.

LC61 HXS red Kia Ceed – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Kia Ceed, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 17 Apr 2027
Mileage
142,171 mi
At MOT on 18 Apr 2026
MOT tests
21
12 passed · 9 failed
Per year
7,932 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LC61 HXS
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Kia
Model
Ceed
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,582 cc
Year of manufacture
2011
First used
31 Oct 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 17 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
18 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LC61 HXS was last recorded at 142,171 miles on 18 Apr 2026, 21 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Apr 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
142,150 miles · 15 Apr 2026
Between the last two tests
21 miles
Average per year
7,932 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 142,171 miles
  • 2025 – 135,037 miles
  • 2024 – 128,596 miles
  • 2023 – 121,352 miles
  • 2022 – 114,953 miles
  • 2021 – 108,791 miles
  • 2020 – 106,392 miles
  • 2019 – 101,613 miles
  • 2018 – 96,262 miles
  • 2016 – 79,526 miles
  • 2015 – 62,562 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass142,171 miles
  • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both sides (5.3.6 (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.

  • Central Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor3 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel

    Major2 MOTs, 2025–2026

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2026

  • Nearside rear brake backing plate corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Front Road spring incorrectly fitted.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

21 tests since 28 Feb 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass142,171 miles (+21)1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    142,171 miles
    Test number
    927197960730
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both sides (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  2. Fail142,150 miles (+7,113)10 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,150 miles
    Test number
    420050817067
    • MajorBrake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Inner cv boot (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid wrong jet fitted (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both side (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Both side (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  3. Pass135,037 miles (+10)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    135,037 miles
    Test number
    447646123803
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryIncorrect washer jets fitted
    • AdvisoryNearside rear brake backing plate corroded

  4. Fail135,027 miles (+6,431)1 dangerous5 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,027 miles
    Test number
    579670932776
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorBrake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on both edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on both edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside rear brake backing plate corroded

  5. Pass128,596 miles (+7,244)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    128,596 miles
    Test number
    194970486952
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryExcessive handbrake lever travel

  6. Pass121,352 miles (+57)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    121,352 miles
    Test number
    251500583797
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road spring incorrectly fitted.
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))

  7. Fail121,295 miles (+6,342)1 dangerous4 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,295 miles
    Test number
    610469533991
    • DangerousStop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road spring incorrectly fitted.
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))

  8. Pass114,953 miles (+6,162)
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    114,953 miles
    Test number
    334395794506

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass108,791 miles (+2,399)
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    108,791 miles
    Test number
    542371881078

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass106,392 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2021
    Odometer
    106,392 miles
    Test number
    972551802012
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Fail106,392 miles (+4,779)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,392 miles
    Test number
    753676337890
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Pass101,613 miles (+139)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    101,613 miles
    Test number
    873320776256
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Split but still preventing the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (i))

  13. Fail101,474 miles (+5,212)1 dangerous1 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,474 miles
    Test number
    191243725202
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Split but still preventing the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (i))

  14. Pass96,262 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    96,262 miles
    Test number
    945824202750
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  15. Fail96,262 miles (+16,736)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,262 miles
    Test number
    365338986698
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  16. Pass79,526 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    79,526 miles
    Test number
    941228604677

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail79,526 miles (+16,964)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,526 miles
    Test number
    319913048501
    • Repaired at testFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

  18. Pass62,562 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    62,562 miles
    Test number
    911676467029

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail62,562 miles (+8,712)5 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,562 miles
    Test number
    938955548756
    • Repaired at testFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  20. Pass53,850 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    53,850 miles
    Test number
    126889955056
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NoteVehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  21. Fail53,850 miles1 repaired2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,850 miles
    Test number
    706309655010
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NoteVehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Questions about LC61 HXS

Does LC61 HXS currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LC61 HXS is valid until 17 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on LC61 HXS?
The MOT on LC61 HXS is valid until 17 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LC61 HXS done?
LC61 HXS was recorded at 142,171 miles at its MOT on 18 Apr 2026, an average of 7,932 miles a year.
Has LC61 HXS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LC61 HXS has failed 9 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on LC61 HXS 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 HXS find?
LC61 HXS passed its latest MOT on 18 Apr 2026 with 1 minor defect and 7 advisories: offside rear registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; nearside front direction indicator slightly discoloured; nearside front track rod end ball joint has slight play, and 5 more.

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