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Kia Ceed

Grey · Diesel · 2008 · 1,582 cc

LE57 LXMMOT history

LE57 LXM is a grey diesel Kia Ceed first used on 14 Feb 2008. Its MOT is valid until 13 Apr 2027 and it has passed 17 of 24 MOT tests, with 145,998 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Apr 2026.

LE57 LXM grey Kia Ceed – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Kia Ceed, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 13 Apr 2027
Mileage
145,998 mi
At MOT on 14 Apr 2026
MOT tests
24
17 passed · 7 failed
Per year
7,581 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LE57 LXM
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Kia
Model
Ceed
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,582 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
14 Feb 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 13 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
14 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LE57 LXM was last recorded at 145,998 miles on 14 Apr 2026, 7,907 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
138,091 miles · 12 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
7,907 miles
Average per year
7,581 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 145,998 miles
  • 2025 – 138,091 miles
  • 2024 – 131,559 miles
  • 2023 – 125,872 miles
  • 2022 – 119,548 miles
  • 2021 – 110,457 miles
  • 2020 – 102,779 miles
  • 2019 – 95,560 miles
  • 2018 – 84,064 miles
  • 2017 – 80,850 miles
  • 2016 – 68,416 miles
  • 2015 – 62,290 miles
  • 2014 – 53,928 miles
  • 2013 – 46,791 miles
  • 2012 – 38,776 miles
  • 2011 – 31,005 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass145,998 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge & several cuts (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside headlamp condensatedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) both sidesRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both side trailing arm bushes (5.3.4 (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.

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

    Minor6 MOTs, 2020–2025

  • Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm bush

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm bush

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2021

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Items removed from driver's view prior to test

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2021

Full MOT history

24 tests since 12 Feb 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass145,998 miles2 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    145,998 miles
    Test number
    900639121580
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge & several cuts (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside headlamp condensated
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) both sides
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both side trailing arm bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Fail145,989 miles (+7,898)1 dangerous2 major2 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    145,989 miles
    Test number
    695441557239
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge & several cuts (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside headlamp condensated
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) both sides
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both side trailing arm bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass138,091 miles (+6,532)2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    138,091 miles
    Test number
    616229773081
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside headlamp condensated
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))

  4. Pass131,559 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    131,559 miles
    Test number
    175824025619
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake only just met minimum requirements

  5. Fail131,546 miles (+5,674)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,546 miles
    Test number
    697445817852
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake only just met minimum requirements

  6. Pass125,872 miles (+6,324)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    125,872 miles
    Test number
    702648083606
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel tank slightly loose (6.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) both sides

  7. Pass119,548 miles (+9,091)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    119,548 miles
    Test number
    894726863397
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass110,457 miles (+9)2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    110,457 miles
    Test number
    723994332422
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perished and worn inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perished and worn inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  9. Fail110,448 miles (+7,669)2 dangerous6 major2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,448 miles
    Test number
    816113150172
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perished and worn inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perished and worn inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  10. Pass102,779 miles (+149)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    102,779 miles
    Test number
    274369976247
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  11. Fail102,630 miles (+7,070)1 dangerous2 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,630 miles
    Test number
    529914644756
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  12. Pass95,560 miles (+108)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    95,560 miles
    Test number
    712317794546
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  13. Fail95,452 miles (+11,388)3 dangerous8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,452 miles
    Test number
    907026878137
    • DangerousNearside Front Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Windscreen in such a condition that visibility through swept area is seriously affected (3.2 (c) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  14. Pass84,064 miles (+3,214)
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    84,064 miles
    Test number
    452750327942

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass80,850 miles (+12,434)
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2018
    Odometer
    80,850 miles
    Test number
    326570700714

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass68,416 miles (+88)
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2017
    Odometer
    68,416 miles
    Test number
    356092180679

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass68,328 miles (+6,038)
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    68,328 miles
    Test number
    719964887256

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass62,290 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    62,290 miles
    Test number
    959813135013
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  19. Fail62,290 miles (+8,362)2 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,290 miles
    Test number
    185283035412
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  20. Pass53,928 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    53,928 miles
    Test number
    496950554003
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  21. Fail53,928 miles (+7,137)4 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,928 miles
    Test number
    189839744452
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  22. Pass46,791 miles (+8,015)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    46,791 miles
    Test number
    256839933075
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  23. Pass38,776 miles (+7,771)2 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    38,776 miles
    Test number
    505892842076
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteHeadlamp masks/converters fitted
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteNearside mirror damaged

  24. Pass31,005 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    31,005 miles
    Test number
    106013141038
    • AdvisoryNearside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside front brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Questions about LE57 LXM

Does LE57 LXM currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LE57 LXM is valid until 13 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on LE57 LXM?
The MOT on LE57 LXM is valid until 13 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LE57 LXM done?
LE57 LXM was recorded at 145,998 miles at its MOT on 14 Apr 2026, an average of 7,581 miles a year.
Has LE57 LXM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LE57 LXM has failed 7 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on LE57 LXM 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 LE57 LXM find?
LE57 LXM passed its latest MOT on 14 Apr 2026 with 2 minor defects and 8 advisories: offside registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides, and 7 more.

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