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Kia Ceed

Black · Diesel · 2011 · 1,582 cc

LC61 JKEMOT history

LC61 JKE is a black diesel Kia Ceed first used on 31 Oct 2011. Its MOT is valid until 23 Feb 2027 and it has passed 12 of 16 MOT tests, with 167,648 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Feb 2026.

LC61 JKE black Kia Ceed – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Kia Ceed, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 23 Feb 2027
Mileage
167,648 mi
At MOT on 20 Feb 2026
MOT tests
16
12 passed · 4 failed
Per year
8,318 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LC61 JKE
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 23 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
20 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LC61 JKE was last recorded at 167,648 miles on 20 Feb 2026, 3 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Feb 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
167,645 miles · 18 Feb 2026
Between the last two tests
3 miles
Average per year
8,318 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 167,648 miles
  • 2025 – 158,199 miles
  • 2024 – 147,396 miles
  • 2023 – 137,758 miles
  • 2021 – 129,673 miles
  • 2020 – 122,534 miles
  • 2019 – 112,578 miles
  • 2018 – 104,372 miles
  • 2017 – 96,356 miles
  • 2016 – 88,050 miles
  • 2015 – 78,976 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass167,648 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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 Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2025

Full MOT history

16 tests since 24 Jun 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass167,648 miles (+3)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    167,648 miles
    Test number
    975849193926
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Fail167,645 miles (+9,446)4 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    167,645 miles
    Test number
    655563024549
    • MajorOffside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass158,199 miles (+10,803)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    158,199 miles
    Test number
    318113098936
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  4. Pass147,396 miles (+9,638)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    147,396 miles
    Test number
    307100618125
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  5. Pass137,758 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    137,758 miles
    Test number
    498072394662
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  6. Fail137,756 miles (+8,083)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,756 miles
    Test number
    701163800008
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  7. Pass129,673 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    129,673 miles
    Test number
    196670511543
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  8. Fail129,670 miles (+7,136)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,670 miles
    Test number
    269536609624
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  9. Pass122,534 miles (+9,956)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    122,534 miles
    Test number
    679106858202
    • MinorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

  10. Pass112,578 miles (+8,206)
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    112,578 miles
    Test number
    629151289234

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass104,372 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    104,372 miles
    Test number
    458654939764
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Fail104,372 miles (+8,016)3 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,372 miles
    Test number
    536168321982
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  13. Pass96,356 miles (+8,306)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    96,356 miles
    Test number
    621240547401
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  14. Pass88,050 miles (+9,074)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    88,050 miles
    Test number
    562130520394
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

  15. Pass78,976 miles (+5)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    78,976 miles
    Test number
    262434153457
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front (3.5.1i)

  16. Pass78,971 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    78,971 miles
    Test number
    305275475136

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LC61 JKE

Does LC61 JKE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LC61 JKE is valid until 23 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on LC61 JKE?
The MOT on LC61 JKE is valid until 23 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LC61 JKE done?
LC61 JKE was recorded at 167,648 miles at its MOT on 20 Feb 2026, an average of 8,318 miles a year.
Has LC61 JKE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LC61 JKE has failed 4 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Feb 2026.
Has the mileage on LC61 JKE 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 JKE find?
LC61 JKE passed its latest MOT on 20 Feb 2026 with 1 advisory: nearside front lower suspension component ball joint has slight play.

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