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Kia Ceed

Black · Diesel · 2011 · 1,582 cc

LC61 HYJMOT history

LC61 HYJ is a black diesel Kia Ceed first used on 31 Oct 2011. Its MOT expired on 25 Oct 2026 and it has passed 12 of 21 MOT tests, with 101,232 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Oct 2026.

LC61 HYJ black Kia Ceed – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Kia Ceed, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 25 Oct 2026
Mileage
101,232 mi
At MOT on 23 Oct 2026
MOT tests
21
12 passed · 9 failed
Per year
7,320 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LC61 HYJ
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 expired on 25 Oct 2026
Latest MOT test
23 Oct 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

LC61 HYJ was last recorded at 101,232 miles on 23 Oct 2026, 15,613 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
85,619 miles · 13 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
15,613 miles
Average per year
7,320 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 101,232 miles
  • 2025 – 85,619 miles
  • 2024 – 75,683 miles
  • 2023 – 64,567 miles
  • 2022 – 55,944 miles
  • 2021 – 46,636 miles
  • 2020 – 40,562 miles
  • 2019 – 36,827 miles
  • 2018 – 32,662 miles
  • 2017 – 27,403 miles
  • 2016 – 22,088 miles
  • 2015 – 17,361 miles
  • 2014 – 13,211 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail101,232 miles
  • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
  • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
  • MajorRegistration plate incorrect badly damaged (0.1 (c))
  • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective both foggy (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement inner / front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel and knocks (2.3 (a) (i))

What MOT failures 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.

  • Parking brake efficiency below requirements

    Major3 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed

    Dangerous3 MOTs, 2018–2024

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

21 tests since 14 Oct 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail101,232 miles (+15,613)2 dangerous7 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,232 miles
    Test number
    656767200160
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorRegistration plate incorrect badly damaged (0.1 (c))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective both foggy (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement inner / front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside 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))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel and knocks (2.3 (a) (i))

  2. Pass85,619 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    85,619 miles
    Test number
    155955002129
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement bottom arm front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  3. Fail85,619 miles (+9,936)2 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,619 miles
    Test number
    757021592501
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement bottom arm front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  4. Pass75,683 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    75,683 miles
    Test number
    347255753186
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  5. Fail75,683 miles (+11,116)3 dangerous1 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,683 miles
    Test number
    423865799513
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  6. Pass64,567 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    64,567 miles
    Test number
    644643032123

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail64,567 miles (+8,623)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,567 miles
    Test number
    247584531322
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass55,944 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    55,944 miles
    Test number
    596838181971
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  9. Fail55,944 miles (+9,308)3 dangerous3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,944 miles
    Test number
    257054921368
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (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))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass46,636 miles (+6,074)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    46,636 miles
    Test number
    787183415965
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass40,562 miles (+3,735)
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    40,562 miles
    Test number
    830442639988

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass36,827 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    36,827 miles
    Test number
    726590254259
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  13. Fail36,827 miles (+4,165)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,827 miles
    Test number
    932290919130
    • Repaired at testExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit Plate Limit = 0.50 / Test Result = 0.54 (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  14. Pass32,662 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    32,662 miles
    Test number
    586907206711
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  15. Fail32,655 miles (+5,252)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,655 miles
    Test number
    184502579250
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  16. Pass27,403 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    27,403 miles
    Test number
    980055631883

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail27,403 miles (+5,315)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    27,403 miles
    Test number
    128234625526
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  18. Pass22,088 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    22,088 miles
    Test number
    822559949739
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  19. Fail22,088 miles (+4,727)3 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    22,088 miles
    Test number
    655837369543
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1c)
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  20. Pass17,361 miles (+4,150)
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    17,361 miles
    Test number
    983978091114

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass13,211 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    13,211 miles
    Test number
    938607384273
    • NoteNail in nearside front tyre

Questions about LC61 HYJ

Does LC61 HYJ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LC61 HYJ expired on 25 Oct 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LC61 HYJ?
The MOT on LC61 HYJ expired on 25 Oct 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LC61 HYJ done?
LC61 HYJ was recorded at 101,232 miles at its MOT on 23 Oct 2026, an average of 7,320 miles a year.
Has LC61 HYJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LC61 HYJ has failed 9 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Oct 2026.
Has the mileage on LC61 HYJ 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 HYJ find?
LC61 HYJ failed its latest MOT on 23 Oct 2026 with 2 dangerous defects, 7 major defects, 1 minor defect and 6 advisories: nearside rear tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm; offside front tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm; nearside front position lamp not working, and 13 more.

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