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Kia Ceed

Silver · Diesel · 2008 · 1,582 cc

LE57 LYCMOT history

LE57 LYC is a silver diesel Kia Ceed first used on 15 Feb 2008. Its MOT is valid until 9 Sept 2027 and it has passed 17 of 27 MOT tests, with 115,724 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Sept 2026.

LE57 LYC silver Kia Ceed – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Kia Ceed, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 9 Sept 2027
Mileage
115,724 mi
At MOT on 8 Sept 2026
MOT tests
27
17 passed · 10 failed
Per year
6,009 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LE57 LYC
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Kia
Model
Ceed
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,582 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
15 Feb 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 9 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
8 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LE57 LYC was last recorded at 115,724 miles on 8 Sept 2026, 6,878 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
108,846 miles · 3 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
6,878 miles
Average per year
6,009 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 115,724 miles
  • 2025 – 108,846 miles
  • 2024 – 101,760 miles
  • 2023 – 92,912 miles
  • 2021 – 87,168 miles
  • 2020 – 81,754 miles
  • 2019 – 76,912 miles
  • 2018 – 71,633 miles
  • 2017 – 63,634 miles
  • 2016 – 58,237 miles
  • 2015 – 53,481 miles
  • 2014 – 45,789 miles
  • 2013 – 39,181 miles
  • 2012 – 30,470 miles
  • 2011 – 22,670 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass115,724 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (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.

  • Engine cover fitted

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2017–2019

  • Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2017–2018

  • Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Nearside Front Position lamp not working

    Major2 MOTs, 2024–2026

  • Nearside Front Service brake excessively binding

    Major2 MOTs, 2024–2026

  • Offside Rear rear parking (secondary) brake grabbing slightly (3.7.B.6b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

27 tests since 15 Mar 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass115,724 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    115,724 miles
    Test number
    907058654590
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  2. Fail115,724 miles (+6,878)7 dangerous4 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,724 miles
    Test number
    606414491252
    • DangerousNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Parking (secondary brake) on a single line braking system has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear 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 Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  3. Pass108,846 miles (+7,086)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    108,846 miles
    Test number
    626310438696
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside inner tie rod has slight play
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside inner tie rod has slight play

  4. Pass101,760 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    101,760 miles
    Test number
    999796525881
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s) x 2

  5. Fail101,757 miles (+3,051)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,757 miles
    Test number
    953957743253
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s) x 2

  6. Pass98,706 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    98,706 miles
    Test number
    781477523066

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail98,706 miles (+5,794)4 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,706 miles
    Test number
    824110536916
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  8. Pass92,912 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    92,912 miles
    Test number
    674818663865
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  9. Fail92,912 miles (+5,744)1 repaired1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,912 miles
    Test number
    237958682613
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  10. Pass87,168 miles (+5,414)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    87,168 miles
    Test number
    553628230666
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryUnable to see nearside,offside rear brake pads properly to fully inspect

  11. Pass81,754 miles (+4,842)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    81,754 miles
    Test number
    875988571422
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel inner rack end (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel inner rack end (2.3 (a) (i))

  12. Pass76,912 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    76,912 miles
    Test number
    340040363959
    • MinorRear Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryEngine cover fitted

  13. Fail76,912 miles (+5,279)2 repaired1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,912 miles
    Test number
    791050513654
    • Repaired at testOffside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorRear Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryEngine cover fitted

  14. Pass71,633 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    71,633 miles
    Test number
    990198228923
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 205/55/16 2mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. 22% (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine cover fitted

  15. Fail71,633 miles (+4,484)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,633 miles
    Test number
    216066509762
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 205/55/16 2mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. 22% (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine cover fitted

  16. Pass67,149 miles (+29)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    67,149 miles
    Test number
    344397367879
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear rear parking (secondary) brake grabbing slightly (3.7.B.6b)
    • AdvisoryHandbrake has a low reading of 19%
    • AdvisoryRear wiper blade

  17. Fail67,120 miles (+3,486)2 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,120 miles
    Test number
    993263965891
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear rear parking (secondary) brake grabbing slightly (3.7.B.6b)
    • AdvisoryHandbrake has a low reading of 19%
    • AdvisoryRear wiper blade

  18. Pass63,634 miles (+1)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    63,634 miles
    Test number
    732495452397
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryEngine cover fitted
    • AdvisoryRear brake fluctuating, but not excessively both (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisorySmoke readings are high

  19. Fail63,633 miles (+5,396)6 failures1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,633 miles
    Test number
    173617707427
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle 40% (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureNearside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureNearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureFront brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryEngine cover fitted
    • AdvisoryRear brake fluctuating, but not excessively both (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisorySmoke readings are high

  20. Pass58,237 miles (+6)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    58,237 miles
    Test number
    109656905726

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail58,231 miles (+4,750)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,231 miles
    Test number
    760682582110
    • FailureNearside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

  22. Pass53,481 miles (+7,692)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    53,481 miles
    Test number
    656952975044
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  23. Pass45,789 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    45,789 miles
    Test number
    155280364040
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  24. Fail45,789 miles (+6,608)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,789 miles
    Test number
    155930264021
    • FailureCentre Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  25. Pass39,181 miles (+8,711)1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    39,181 miles
    Test number
    856926463030
    • NoteRear brake pads low

  26. Pass30,470 miles (+7,800)
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    30,470 miles
    Test number
    207324072034

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass22,670 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    22,670 miles
    Test number
    805094271008
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about LE57 LYC

Does LE57 LYC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LE57 LYC is valid until 9 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on LE57 LYC?
The MOT on LE57 LYC is valid until 9 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LE57 LYC done?
LE57 LYC was recorded at 115,724 miles at its MOT on 8 Sept 2026, an average of 6,009 miles a year.
Has LE57 LYC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LE57 LYC has failed 10 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on LE57 LYC 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 LYC find?
LE57 LYC passed its latest MOT on 8 Sept 2026 with 6 advisories: front coil spring corroded both; nearside front outer track rod end ball joint has slight play; nearside rear suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm bush, and 3 more.

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