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Kia Cerato

Red · Petrol · 2005 · 1,599 cc

LE05 BKLMOT history

LE05 BKL is a red petrol Kia Cerato first used on 9 Mar 2005. Its MOT is valid until 28 Jan 2027 and it has passed 12 of 14 MOT tests, with 119,009 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Jan 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 28 Jan 2027
Mileage
119,009 mi
At MOT on 12 Jan 2026
MOT tests
14
12 passed · 2 failed
Per year
3,242 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LE05 BKL
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Kia
Model
Cerato
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,599 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
9 Mar 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 28 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
12 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LE05 BKL was last recorded at 119,009 miles on 12 Jan 2026, 4,144 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
114,865 miles · 18 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
4,144 miles
Average per year
3,242 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 119,009 miles
  • 2025 – 114,865 miles
  • 2024 – 111,492 miles
  • 2023 – 107,959 miles
  • 2022 – 107,095 miles
  • 2021 – 103,448 miles
  • 2020 – 98,277 miles
  • 2019 – 94,903 miles
  • 2018 – 92,700 miles
  • 2017 – 90,590 miles
  • 2016 – 86,601 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass119,009 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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.

  • Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction

    Major2 MOTs, 2023–2026

  • Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023–2025

Full MOT history

14 tests since 29 Jan 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass119,009 miles2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    119,009 miles
    Test number
    296632672193
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  2. Fail119,008 miles (+4,143)6 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,008 miles
    Test number
    990003669611
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover missing (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover missing (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  3. Pass114,865 miles (+3,373)3 minor
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    114,865 miles
    Test number
    735703644874
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

  4. Pass111,492 miles (+3,533)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    111,492 miles
    Test number
    328078344490

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass107,959 miles4 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    107,959 miles
    Test number
    637335807385
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  6. Fail107,959 miles (+864)3 major4 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,959 miles
    Test number
    169033756181
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass107,095 miles (+3,647)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    107,095 miles
    Test number
    825471293610
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake grabbing slightly (1.2.1 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  8. Pass103,448 miles (+5,171)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    103,448 miles
    Test number
    622992744331

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass98,277 miles (+3,374)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    98,277 miles
    Test number
    514805977134

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass94,903 miles (+2,203)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    94,903 miles
    Test number
    986560878160

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass92,700 miles (+2,110)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    92,700 miles
    Test number
    333258998617
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both front discs. (3.5.1i)

  12. Pass90,590 miles (+3,989)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    90,590 miles
    Test number
    926962621111
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin Both front (3.5.1g)

  13. Pass86,601 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    86,601 miles
    Test number
    793524128957

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass82,483 km1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    82,483 km
    Test number
    959139725099
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Questions about LE05 BKL

Does LE05 BKL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LE05 BKL is valid until 28 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on LE05 BKL?
The MOT on LE05 BKL is valid until 28 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LE05 BKL done?
LE05 BKL was recorded at 119,009 miles at its MOT on 12 Jan 2026, an average of 3,242 miles a year.
Has LE05 BKL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LE05 BKL has failed 2 of its 14 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on LE05 BKL 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 LE05 BKL find?
LE05 BKL passed its latest MOT on 12 Jan 2026 with 2 minor defects and 1 advisory: nearside front track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt; offside front track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt; front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread.

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