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Kia Cerato

Blue · Petrol · 2004 · 1,599 cc

LM54 AVPMOT history

LM54 AVP is a blue petrol Kia Cerato first used on 30 Nov 2004. Its MOT expired on 6 Oct 2022 and it has passed 13 of 23 MOT tests, with 126,512 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Oct 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 6 Oct 2022
Mileage
126,512 mi
At MOT on 7 Oct 2022
MOT tests
23
13 passed · 10 failed
Per year
7,057 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM54 AVP
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Kia
Model
Cerato
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,599 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
30 Nov 2004
MOT status
MOT expired on 6 Oct 2022
Latest MOT test
7 Oct 2022 (Fail)

Mileage history

LM54 AVP was last recorded at 126,512 miles on 7 Oct 2022, 8,214 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Oct 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
118,298 miles · 5 Oct 2021
Between the last two tests
8,214 miles
Average per year
7,057 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 126,512 miles
  • 2021 – 118,298 miles
  • 2020 – 110,456 miles
  • 2019 – 95,732 miles
  • 2018 – 81,581 miles
  • 2017 – 73,526 miles
  • 2016 – 62,507 miles
  • 2014 – 56,284 miles
  • 2013 – 50,451 miles
  • 2012 – 43,301 miles
  • 2011 – 38,813 miles
  • 2010 – 34,402 miles
  • 2009 – 28,761 miles
  • 2008 – 22,455 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail126,512 miles
  • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
  • MajorBrake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
  • MajorFront Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect both (4.1.2 (c))
  • MajorFront Headlamp lens seriously defective both (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
  • MajorFront Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
  • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (3.4 (b) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working side lamp (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

What MOT failures 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 Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Rear Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

23 tests since 8 Jan 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail126,512 miles (+8,214)1 dangerous7 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,512 miles
    Test number
    912182409390
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorBrake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
    • MajorFront Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect both (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorFront Headlamp lens seriously defective both (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working side lamp (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  2. Pass118,298 miles (+12)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    118,298 miles
    Test number
    882931204780
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnderside of vehicle body and components showing general signs of corrosion

  3. Fail118,286 miles (+7,830)2 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,286 miles
    Test number
    220557216033
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnderside of vehicle body and components showing general signs of corrosion

  4. Pass110,456 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    110,456 miles
    Test number
    114725261027

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail110,456 miles (+14,724)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,456 miles
    Test number
    620197399518
    • MajorOffside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  6. Pass95,732 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    95,732 miles
    Test number
    763931343333
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Exhaust flex slightly worn.
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened On both sides inner and outer surface corroded and pitted. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge On both side treads are on 2 mm. (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage Pipe to the rack. (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened On both sides inner and outer surface corroded and pitted. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  7. Fail95,732 miles (+14,151)3 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,732 miles
    Test number
    995091596940
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Top rubber (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps Both sides not working. (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Exhaust flex slightly worn.
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened On both sides inner and outer surface corroded and pitted. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge On both side treads are on 2 mm. (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage Pipe to the rack. (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened On both sides inner and outer surface corroded and pitted. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass81,581 miles (+10)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    81,581 miles
    Test number
    757367271421
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wiper is loose but norisk of falling off
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component pipe onto steering rack (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryEngine cover is fitted, not allowing full inspection

  9. Fail81,571 miles (+8,045)3 failures8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,571 miles
    Test number
    819365025560
    • FailureNearside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wiper is loose but norisk of falling off
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component pipe onto steering rack (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryEngine cover is fitted, not allowing full inspection

  10. Pass73,526 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    73,526 miles
    Test number
    619078643237

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail73,526 miles (+11,019)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,526 miles
    Test number
    751389537208
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  12. Pass62,507 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    62,507 miles
    Test number
    191540539847

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail62,507 miles (+6,223)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,507 miles
    Test number
    606613366937
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim too high Both front (1.8)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  14. Pass56,284 miles (+5,833)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    56,284 miles
    Test number
    897442464251
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a joint (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  15. Pass50,451 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    50,451 miles
    Test number
    745806273200
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  16. Fail50,451 miles (+7,150)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,451 miles
    Test number
    995176373266
    • Repaired at testBattery insecure (1.9.1)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  17. Pass43,301 miles (+4,488)
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    43,301 miles
    Test number
    276198402472

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass38,813 miles (+4,411)1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    38,813 miles
    Test number
    217743001494
    • NoteFront and rear brake discs have surface rust

  19. Pass34,402 miles2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    34,402 miles
    Test number
    344091710065
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • NoteEngine cover fitted to vehicle
    • NoteParking brake lever has a high travel
    • NotePlastic sill covers fitted to vehicle

  20. Fail34,402 miles (+5,641)2 repaired2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,402 miles
    Test number
    354121310011
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • NoteEngine cover fitted to vehicle
    • NoteParking brake lever has a high travel
    • NotePlastic sill covers fitted to vehicle

  21. Pass28,761 miles4 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    28,761 miles
    Test number
    740197909046
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteEngine cover fitted to vehicle
    • NoteNail in offside front tyre
    • NoteParking brake lever has a high travel
    • NotePlastic sill covers fitted to vehicle

  22. Fail28,761 miles (+6,306)2 repaired4 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    28,761 miles
    Test number
    951957309059
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteEngine cover fitted to vehicle
    • NoteNail in offside front tyre
    • NoteParking brake lever has a high travel
    • NotePlastic sill covers fitted to vehicle

  23. Pass22,455 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    22,455 miles
    Test number
    702158108064
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NotePlastic sill covers fitted to vehicle
    • NoteVehicle tested in wet conditions

Questions about LM54 AVP

Does LM54 AVP currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LM54 AVP expired on 6 Oct 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LM54 AVP?
The MOT on LM54 AVP expired on 6 Oct 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LM54 AVP done?
LM54 AVP was recorded at 126,512 miles at its MOT on 7 Oct 2022, an average of 7,057 miles a year.
Has LM54 AVP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM54 AVP has failed 10 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Oct 2022.
Has the mileage on LM54 AVP 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 LM54 AVP find?
LM54 AVP failed its latest MOT on 7 Oct 2022 with 1 dangerous defect, 7 major defects and 3 advisories: parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value; brake lever has insufficient reserve travel; front headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect both, and 8 more.

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