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Kia Ceed

Silver · Petrol · 2008 · 1,591 cc

LE57 TKVMOT history

LE57 TKV is a silver petrol Kia Ceed first used on 26 Feb 2008. Its MOT is valid until 16 Jan 2027 and it has passed 15 of 21 MOT tests, with 101,489 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Jan 2026.

LE57 TKV silver Kia Ceed – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Kia Ceed, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 16 Jan 2027
Mileage
101,489 mi
At MOT on 17 Jan 2026
MOT tests
21
15 passed · 6 failed
Per year
6,018 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LE57 TKV
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Kia
Model
Ceed
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,591 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
26 Feb 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 16 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
17 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LE57 TKV was last recorded at 101,489 miles on 17 Jan 2026, 2,901 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
98,588 miles · 8 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
2,901 miles
Average per year
6,018 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 101,489 miles
  • 2025 – 98,588 miles
  • 2024 – 95,898 miles
  • 2023 – 93,023 miles
  • 2022 – 83,359 miles
  • 2021 – 65,856 miles
  • 2019 – 45,629 miles
  • 2018 – 39,430 miles
  • 2017 – 37,702 miles
  • 2016 – 33,278 miles
  • 2015 – 30,280 miles
  • 2014 – 25,435 miles
  • 2013 – 20,735 miles
  • 2012 – 16,545 miles
  • 2011 – 11,795 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass101,489 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Nearside + Offside (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Nearside + Offside (4.1.4 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Nearside + Offside *Front bush* (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
  • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play Nearside + Offside (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Nearside + Offside (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Silencer deteriorated (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension components corroded
  • AdvisorySteering column universal joint has slight wear or play (2.2.2 (c))
  • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (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.

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Front Windscreen wiper blade defective

    Minor2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Rear Service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

21 tests since 21 Feb 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass101,489 miles (+2,901)12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    101,489 miles
    Test number
    175992271694
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Nearside + Offside (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Nearside + Offside (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Nearside + Offside *Front bush* (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play Nearside + Offside (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Nearside + Offside (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Silencer deteriorated (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension components corroded
    • AdvisorySteering column universal joint has slight wear or play (2.2.2 (c))
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  2. Pass98,588 miles1 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    98,588 miles
    Test number
    807777375399
    • MinorUpper Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively Both sides (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both sides (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryLight surface corrosion on all suspension components.
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Windscreen washer slightly constricted
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Fail98,588 miles (+2,690)1 repaired1 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,588 miles
    Test number
    370235127237
    • Repaired at testBonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (3.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorUpper Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively Both sides (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both sides (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryLight surface corrosion on all suspension components.
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Windscreen washer slightly constricted
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  4. Pass95,898 miles (+81)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    95,898 miles
    Test number
    389539336405
    • MinorFront Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.2 (a) (i))

  5. Fail95,817 miles (+2,794)1 dangerous1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,817 miles
    Test number
    179276248831
    • DangerousTyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm both front + nearside rear (5.2.3 (e))
    • MinorFront Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.2 (a) (i))

  6. Pass93,023 miles (+9,664)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    93,023 miles
    Test number
    602146896387
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Wearing inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass83,359 miles (+17,503)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    83,359 miles
    Test number
    958442997850
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Nearside + Offside (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake binding but not excessively Nearside + Offside (1.2.1 (f))

  8. Pass65,856 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    65,856 miles
    Test number
    968519433848
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

  9. Fail65,852 miles (+20,223)1 dangerous1 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,852 miles
    Test number
    825795024280
    • DangerousTyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm both front sides (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

  10. Pass45,629 miles (+6,199)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    45,629 miles
    Test number
    389206056944
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  11. Pass39,430 miles (+1,728)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    39,430 miles
    Test number
    768071026883
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  12. Pass37,702 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    37,702 miles
    Test number
    219446774563

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail37,702 miles (+4,424)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,702 miles
    Test number
    599436291149
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  14. Pass33,278 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    33,278 miles
    Test number
    470477923881

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail33,278 miles (+2,998)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,278 miles
    Test number
    669812117098
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  16. Pass30,280 miles (+4,845)
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    30,280 miles
    Test number
    249922445072

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass25,435 miles (+4,700)
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    25,435 miles
    Test number
    617181054045

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass20,735 miles (+4,190)
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    20,735 miles
    Test number
    376847553022

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass16,545 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    16,545 miles
    Test number
    285257342004

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail16,545 miles (+4,750)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    16,545 miles
    Test number
    385557642029
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  21. Pass11,795 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    11,795 miles
    Test number
    745272951031

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LE57 TKV

Does LE57 TKV currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LE57 TKV is valid until 16 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on LE57 TKV?
The MOT on LE57 TKV is valid until 16 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LE57 TKV done?
LE57 TKV was recorded at 101,489 miles at its MOT on 17 Jan 2026, an average of 6,018 miles a year.
Has LE57 TKV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LE57 TKV has failed 6 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Feb 2025.
Has the mileage on LE57 TKV 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 TKV find?
LE57 TKV passed its latest MOT on 17 Jan 2026 with 12 advisories: front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened nearside + offside; front headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output nearside + offside; front lower suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement nearside + offside *front bush*, and 9 more.

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