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Kia Ceed

Red · Petrol · 2009 · 1,396 cc

LM09 PLNMOT history

LM09 PLN is a red petrol Kia Ceed first used on 29 May 2009. Its MOT is valid until 29 Nov 2026 and it has passed 14 of 20 MOT tests, with 79,956 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Nov 2025.

LM09 PLN red Kia Ceed – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Kia Ceed, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 29 Nov 2026
Mileage
79,956 mi
At MOT on 18 Nov 2025
MOT tests
20
14 passed · 6 failed
Per year
4,804 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM09 PLN
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Kia
Model
Ceed
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,396 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
29 May 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 29 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
18 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LM09 PLN was last recorded at 79,956 miles on 18 Nov 2025, 62 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Nov 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
79,894 miles · 13 Nov 2025
Between the last two tests
62 miles
Average per year
4,804 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 79,956 miles
  • 2024 – 75,775 miles
  • 2023 – 70,551 miles
  • 2022 – 65,364 miles
  • 2021 – 60,400 miles
  • 2020 – 55,918 miles
  • 2019 – 48,475 miles
  • 2018 – 43,598 miles
  • 2017 – 39,445 miles
  • 2016 – 34,497 miles
  • 2015 – 29,793 miles
  • 2014 – 24,811 miles
  • 2013 – 20,044 miles
  • 2012 – 15,015 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass79,956 miles
  • AdvisoryGeneral surface corrosion to rear sub-frame and suspension componentsRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNo oil showing on dipstick - 1 Ltr added in order to complete testRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisorySide repeater slightly discoloured both (4.4.3 (a))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024

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 Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened discs lipped

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases down pipe

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Side repeater slightly discoloured and offside

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement forward most

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Rear Coil spring corroded both

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

20 tests since 12 May 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass79,956 miles (+62)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    79,956 miles
    Test number
    579774574472
    • AdvisoryGeneral surface corrosion to rear sub-frame and suspension components
    • AdvisoryNo oil showing on dipstick - 1 Ltr added in order to complete test
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisorySide repeater slightly discoloured both (4.4.3 (a))

  2. Fail79,894 miles (+4,119)6 major1 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,894 miles
    Test number
    675834671597
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryGeneral surface corrosion to rear sub-frame and suspension components
    • AdvisoryNo oil showing on dipstick - 1 Ltr added in order to complete test
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisorySide repeater slightly discoloured both (4.4.3 (a))

  3. Pass75,775 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    75,775 miles
    Test number
    930633657978
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front joint (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play and both rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisorySide repeater slightly discoloured both (4.4.3 (a))

  4. Fail75,775 miles (+5,224)2 repaired6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,775 miles
    Test number
    755430627063
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • Repaired at testWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front joint (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play and both rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisorySide repeater slightly discoloured both (4.4.3 (a))

  5. Pass70,551 miles (+117)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    70,551 miles
    Test number
    330428288222
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened discs lipped (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases down pipe (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater slightly discoloured and offside (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement forward most (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  6. Fail70,434 miles (+5,070)1 dangerous4 major1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,434 miles
    Test number
    313592512908
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened discs lipped (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases down pipe (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater slightly discoloured and offside (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement forward most (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  7. Pass65,364 miles3 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    65,364 miles
    Test number
    375911231358
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryDriver's view Items removed from driver's view prior to test (3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront brake pads over 50% worn
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge also has age cracking (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside rear wheel stiff to rotate by hand

  8. Fail65,364 miles (+4,964)1 repaired3 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,364 miles
    Test number
    708381625068
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryDriver's view Items removed from driver's view prior to test (3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront brake pads over 50% worn
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge also has age cracking (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside rear wheel stiff to rotate by hand

  9. Pass60,400 miles (+4,482)4 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    60,400 miles
    Test number
    422951913901
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Front pipe (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  10. Pass55,918 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    55,918 miles
    Test number
    532504987184
    • MinorDrive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated nearside front inner and outer-also nearside front inner (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  11. Fail55,918 miles (+7,443)3 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,918 miles
    Test number
    849465423520
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam and offside (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))
    • MinorDrive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated nearside front inner and outer-also nearside front inner (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  12. Pass48,475 miles (+4,877)
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    48,475 miles
    Test number
    940933162412

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass43,598 miles (+4,153)
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2019
    Odometer
    43,598 miles
    Test number
    175663868345

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass39,445 miles (+4,948)
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2018
    Odometer
    39,445 miles
    Test number
    558104599800

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass34,497 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2017
    Odometer
    34,497 miles
    Test number
    159961785940
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  16. Fail34,497 miles (+4,704)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,497 miles
    Test number
    197146173179
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  17. Pass29,793 miles (+4,982)
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2016
    Odometer
    29,793 miles
    Test number
    819119045101

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass24,811 miles (+4,767)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2015
    Odometer
    24,811 miles
    Test number
    158627934111
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre
    • NoteBoth front tyres perished but no cords showing

  19. Pass20,044 miles (+5,029)
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2014
    Odometer
    20,044 miles
    Test number
    575341933136

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass15,015 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2013
    Odometer
    15,015 miles
    Test number
    208943832489

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LM09 PLN

Does LM09 PLN currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LM09 PLN is valid until 29 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on LM09 PLN?
The MOT on LM09 PLN is valid until 29 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LM09 PLN done?
LM09 PLN was recorded at 79,956 miles at its MOT on 18 Nov 2025, an average of 4,804 miles a year.
Has LM09 PLN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM09 PLN has failed 6 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Nov 2025.
Has the mileage on LM09 PLN 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 LM09 PLN find?
LM09 PLN passed its latest MOT on 18 Nov 2025 with 5 advisories: general surface corrosion to rear sub-frame and suspension components; no oil showing on dipstick - 1 ltr added in order to complete test; offside front lower suspension arm ball joint has slight play, and 2 more.

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