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Kia Ceed

Bronze · Petrol · 2008 · 1,591 cc

LE57 TCXMOT history

LE57 TCX is a bronze petrol Kia Ceed first used on 26 Feb 2008. Its MOT expired on 7 Mar 2023 and it has passed 12 of 16 MOT tests, with 177,413 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Mar 2022.

LE57 TCX bronze Kia Ceed – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Kia Ceed, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 7 Mar 2023
Mileage
177,413 mi
At MOT on 8 Mar 2022
MOT tests
16
12 passed · 4 failed
Per year
14,014 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LE57 TCX
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Kia
Model
Ceed
Colour
Bronze
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,591 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
26 Feb 2008
MOT status
MOT expired on 7 Mar 2023
Latest MOT test
8 Mar 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

LE57 TCX was last recorded at 177,413 miles on 8 Mar 2022, 19 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Feb 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
177,394 miles · 23 Feb 2022
Between the last two tests
19 miles
Average per year
14,014 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 177,413 miles
  • 2021 – 169,232 miles
  • 2020 – 160,228 miles
  • 2019 – 148,675 miles
  • 2018 – 128,184 miles
  • 2017 – 111,134 miles
  • 2016 – 95,639 miles
  • 2015 – 78,427 miles
  • 2014 – 61,844 miles
  • 2013 – 48,868 miles
  • 2012 – 36,114 miles
  • 2011 – 21,981 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass177,413 miles
  • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s) n/s and o/sRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryRear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt n/s and o/sRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryHandbrake has little reserve travelRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisorySteering slightly notchyRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2022

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.

  • Nearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Rear tyre has un even wear on the inside edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides deteriorating, trailing arm

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Park brake lever has little reserve travel

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

16 tests since 3 Feb 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass177,413 miles (+19)1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    177,413 miles
    Test number
    397831378267
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s) n/s and o/s
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt n/s and o/s
    • AdvisoryHandbrake has little reserve travel
    • AdvisorySteering slightly notchy

  2. Fail177,394 miles (+8,162)2 dangerous5 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    177,394 miles
    Test number
    614877142370
    • 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))
    • MajorFront Battery insecure and likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorRear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s) n/s and o/s
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt n/s and o/s
    • AdvisoryHandbrake has little reserve travel
    • AdvisorySteering slightly notchy

  3. Pass169,232 miles (+3)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    169,232 miles
    Test number
    667720424761
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre has un even wear on the inside edge
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides deteriorating, trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPark brake lever has little reserve travel

  4. Fail169,229 miles (+9,001)9 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    169,229 miles
    Test number
    353195346263
    • MajorFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases flexi (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect bulb fitted incorrectly (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Lower Suspension component pin or bush excessively worn bush in hub (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively aero (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre has un even wear on the inside edge
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides deteriorating, trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPark brake lever has little reserve travel

  5. Pass160,228 miles (+11,553)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    160,228 miles
    Test number
    389754671288
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  6. Pass148,675 miles (+20,491)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    148,675 miles
    Test number
    210006462856
    • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective worn (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen wiper blade defective worn (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner cv boot slight leak
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass128,184 miles (+17,050)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    128,184 miles
    Test number
    656504919975
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  8. Pass111,134 miles (+15,495)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    111,134 miles
    Test number
    822840258508
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  9. Pass95,639 miles (+5)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    95,639 miles
    Test number
    940419245848
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm. Low on inside shoulder. (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm. Low on inside shoulder. (4.1.E.1)

  10. Fail95,634 miles (+17,207)1 failure2 repaired6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,634 miles
    Test number
    663082915415
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick Suspect sticking calliper/slider. Recommend inspection and replacement. (3.5.1g)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint Recommend replacement. (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm. Low on inside shoulder. (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm. Low on inside shoulder. (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Blued due to excessive heat. Recommend replacement. (3.5.1i)

  11. Pass78,427 miles (+16,583)
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    78,427 miles
    Test number
    736217245096

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass61,844 miles (+12,976)5 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    61,844 miles
    Test number
    279211354028
    • NoteEngine oil on minimum level
    • NoteNearside front tyre uneven wear
    • NoteOffside front tyre uneven wear and worn close to the legal limit
    • NoteParking brake lever ligh
    • NoteRear brake pads wearing thin

  13. Pass48,868 miles (+12,754)1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    48,868 miles
    Test number
    729399643079
    • NoteBoth rear tyres walls perishing

  14. Pass36,114 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    36,114 miles
    Test number
    556943932079
    • NoteParking brake lever has little reserve travel

  15. Fail36,106 miles (+14,125)1 failure2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,106 miles
    Test number
    387583132044
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOffside front tyre worn on the legal wear limit
    • NoteParking brake lever has little reserve travel

  16. Pass21,981 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    21,981 miles
    Test number
    895754731092

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LE57 TCX

Does LE57 TCX currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LE57 TCX expired on 7 Mar 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LE57 TCX?
The MOT on LE57 TCX expired on 7 Mar 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LE57 TCX done?
LE57 TCX was recorded at 177,413 miles at its MOT on 8 Mar 2022, an average of 14,014 miles a year.
Has LE57 TCX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LE57 TCX has failed 4 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Feb 2022.
Has the mileage on LE57 TCX 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 TCX find?
LE57 TCX passed its latest MOT on 8 Mar 2022 with 1 minor defect and 7 advisories: offside rear registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; front oil leak, but not excessive; front play in steering rack inner joint(s) n/s and o/s, and 5 more.

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