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Kia Ceed

Bronze · Petrol · 2008 · 1,591 cc

LE57 TCZMOT history

LE57 TCZ is a bronze petrol Kia Ceed first used on 21 Feb 2008. Its MOT expired on 19 Oct 2026 and it has passed 15 of 24 MOT tests, with 121,901 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Oct 2025.

LE57 TCZ bronze Kia Ceed – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Kia Ceed, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 19 Oct 2026
Mileage
121,901 mi
At MOT on 13 Oct 2025
MOT tests
24
15 passed · 9 failed
Per year
6,348 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LE57 TCZ
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
21 Feb 2008
MOT status
MOT expired on 19 Oct 2026
Latest MOT test
13 Oct 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LE57 TCZ was last recorded at 121,901 miles on 13 Oct 2025, 21 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
121,880 miles · 11 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
21 miles
Average per year
6,348 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 121,901 miles
  • 2024 – 111,787 miles
  • 2023 – 103,401 miles
  • 2022 – 90,050 miles
  • 2021 – 73,159 miles
  • 2020 – 68,360 miles
  • 2019 – 65,780 miles
  • 2018 – 62,892 miles
  • 2017 – 59,911 miles
  • 2016 – 56,815 miles
  • 2015 – 53,454 miles
  • 2014 – 50,279 miles
  • 2013 – 46,255 miles
  • 2012 – 42,168 miles
  • 2011 – 28,644 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass121,901 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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.

  • Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2014

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011–2014

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011–2014

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass121,901 miles (+21)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    121,901 miles
    Test number
    926809045878
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  2. Fail121,880 miles (+10,093)1 dangerous1 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,880 miles
    Test number
    796752334213
    • DangerousRear Stop lamp(s) all not working both sides (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
    • MajorFront Position lamp not working both sides (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Pass111,787 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    111,787 miles
    Test number
    145675424127
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  4. Fail111,787 miles (+8,386)2 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,787 miles
    Test number
    334498962703
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass103,401 miles2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    103,401 miles
    Test number
    441535754824
    • MinorFront Headlamp lens slightly defective both sides (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Fail103,401 miles (+13,351)1 major1 repaired2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,401 miles
    Test number
    185618641765
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • Repaired at testFront Position lamp not working both sides (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorFront Headlamp lens slightly defective both sides (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Pass90,050 miles (+237)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    90,050 miles
    Test number
    145769171883
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • 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))

  8. Fail89,813 miles (+16,654)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,813 miles
    Test number
    587194066316
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • MajorRear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid weak operation (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryDriver's view Items removed from driver's view prior to test (3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  9. Pass73,159 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    73,159 miles
    Test number
    585348910762

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail73,156 miles (+4,796)2 dangerous4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,156 miles
    Test number
    680793577905
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, 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))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  11. Pass68,360 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    68,360 miles
    Test number
    364103399648
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryAll suspension bushes perishing

  12. Fail68,360 miles (+2,580)1 dangerous3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,360 miles
    Test number
    885867311131
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryAll suspension bushes perishing

  13. Pass65,780 miles (+2,888)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    65,780 miles
    Test number
    503537544839
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both rear discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  14. Pass62,892 miles (+2,981)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2019
    Odometer
    62,892 miles
    Test number
    508450788593
    • 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))

  15. Pass59,911 miles (+3,096)
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2018
    Odometer
    59,911 miles
    Test number
    194696803019

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass56,815 miles (+3,361)
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2017
    Odometer
    56,815 miles
    Test number
    441787858046

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail53,454 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,454 miles
    Test number
    575642755161
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  18. Pass53,454 miles (+3,175)
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2016
    Odometer
    53,454 miles
    Test number
    888332555131

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail50,279 miles1 repaired5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,279 miles
    Test number
    268057744492
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • NoteOsr tyre side wall cracked

  20. Pass50,279 miles (+4,024)5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2015
    Odometer
    50,279 miles
    Test number
    967927444163
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • NoteOsr tyre side wall cracked

  21. Pass46,255 miles1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2014
    Odometer
    46,255 miles
    Test number
    699391643114
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • NoteFront washers weak but still clears screen
    • NoteOs number plate bulb dim
    • NoteOsr tyre slightly cracked on outer side wall

  22. Fail46,254 miles (+4,086)1 dangerous1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,254 miles
    Test number
    285061443445
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • NoteFront washers weak but still clears screen
    • NoteOs number plate bulb dim
    • NoteOsr tyre slightly cracked on outer side wall

  23. Pass42,168 miles (+13,524)
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2013
    Odometer
    42,168 miles
    Test number
    486062652162

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass28,644 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    28,644 miles
    Test number
    355304331010
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about LE57 TCZ

Does LE57 TCZ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LE57 TCZ expired on 19 Oct 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LE57 TCZ?
The MOT on LE57 TCZ expired on 19 Oct 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LE57 TCZ done?
LE57 TCZ was recorded at 121,901 miles at its MOT on 13 Oct 2025, an average of 6,348 miles a year.
Has LE57 TCZ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LE57 TCZ has failed 9 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Oct 2025.
Has the mileage on LE57 TCZ 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 TCZ find?
LE57 TCZ passed its latest MOT on 13 Oct 2025 with 1 minor defect and 1 advisory: nearside front outer drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; rear tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides.

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