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Kia Ceed

Silver · Petrol · 2008 · 1,591 cc

LE57 TLKMOT history

LE57 TLK is a silver petrol Kia Ceed first used on 26 Feb 2008. Its MOT expired on 30 Jan 2026 and it has passed 14 of 20 MOT tests, with 123,876 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 31 Jan 2025.

LE57 TLK silver Kia Ceed – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Kia Ceed, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 30 Jan 2026
Mileage
123,876 mi
At MOT on 31 Jan 2025
MOT tests
20
14 passed · 6 failed
Per year
7,840 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LE57 TLK
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 expired on 30 Jan 2026
Latest MOT test
31 Jan 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LE57 TLK was last recorded at 123,876 miles on 31 Jan 2025, 3,309 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Nov 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
120,567 miles · 3 Nov 2023
Between the last two tests
3,309 miles
Average per year
7,840 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 123,876 miles
  • 2023 – 120,567 miles
  • 2022 – 109,998 miles
  • 2021 – 89,905 miles
  • 2020 – 80,177 miles
  • 2019 – 70,502 miles
  • 2018 – 60,652 miles
  • 2017 – 54,517 miles
  • 2016 – 50,686 miles
  • 2015 – 42,818 miles
  • 2014 – 36,819 miles
  • 2013 – 28,349 miles
  • 2012 – 20,510 miles
  • 2011 – 14,493 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass123,876 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  • MinorFront Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, but not excessively All (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

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 Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

Full MOT history

20 tests since 18 Feb 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass123,876 miles2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    123,876 miles
    Test number
    478382873011
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorFront Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, but not excessively All (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

  2. Fail123,876 miles (+3,309)1 repaired2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,876 miles
    Test number
    148694621304
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorFront Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, but not excessively All (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

  3. Pass120,567 miles1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    120,567 miles
    Test number
    246331877454
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both sides (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s) both sides
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Fail120,567 miles (+10,569)1 repaired1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,567 miles
    Test number
    727704427301
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both sides (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s) both sides
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Pass109,998 miles (+20,093)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    109,998 miles
    Test number
    659201886098
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear tyres wearing on inner edges
    • AdvisoryUnderbody and components are rusty

  6. Pass89,905 miles (+9,728)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    89,905 miles
    Test number
    407606863619
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin Both sides front and rear (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass80,177 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    80,177 miles
    Test number
    343580297337

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail80,177 miles (+132)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,177 miles
    Test number
    815855422893
    • Repaired at testFront Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.2.1 (b))

  9. Fail80,045 miles (+9,543)7 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,045 miles
    Test number
    103883136562
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  10. Pass70,502 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    70,502 miles
    Test number
    160178051522
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Front flexi pipe (6.1.2 (a))

  11. Fail70,501 miles (+9,849)1 dangerous3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,501 miles
    Test number
    862662476078
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorFront passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Front flexi pipe (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Also has nail in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  12. Pass60,652 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    60,652 miles
    Test number
    719638092663

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail60,651 miles (+6,134)5 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,651 miles
    Test number
    490378167399
    • FailureNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureRear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  14. Pass54,517 miles (+3,831)
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    54,517 miles
    Test number
    894145213571

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass50,686 miles (+7,868)
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    50,686 miles
    Test number
    466263151130

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass42,818 miles (+5,999)
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    42,818 miles
    Test number
    837123445045

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass36,819 miles (+8,470)
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    36,819 miles
    Test number
    536574344049

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass28,349 miles (+7,839)
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    28,349 miles
    Test number
    776764743085

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass20,510 miles (+6,017)
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    20,510 miles
    Test number
    945427042050

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass14,493 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    14,493 miles
    Test number
    129169641027

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LE57 TLK

Does LE57 TLK currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LE57 TLK expired on 30 Jan 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LE57 TLK?
The MOT on LE57 TLK expired on 30 Jan 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LE57 TLK done?
LE57 TLK was recorded at 123,876 miles at its MOT on 31 Jan 2025, an average of 7,840 miles a year.
Has LE57 TLK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LE57 TLK has failed 6 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 31 Jan 2025.
Has the mileage on LE57 TLK 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 TLK find?
LE57 TLK passed its latest MOT on 31 Jan 2025 with 2 minor defects and 3 advisories: front windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; front windscreen wiper blade defective; brake disc worn, but not excessively all, and 2 more.

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