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Kia Ceed

Black · Petrol · 2009 · 1,591 cc

LS09 HLXMOT history

LS09 HLX is a black petrol Kia Ceed first used on 30 Apr 2009. Its MOT is valid until 11 Mar 2027 and it has passed 15 of 28 MOT tests, with 99,165 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Mar 2026.

LS09 HLX black Kia Ceed – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Kia Ceed, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 11 Mar 2027
Mileage
99,165 mi
At MOT on 12 Mar 2026
MOT tests
28
15 passed · 13 failed
Per year
6,321 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS09 HLX
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Kia
Model
Ceed
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,591 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
30 Apr 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 11 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
12 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS09 HLX was last recorded at 99,165 miles on 12 Mar 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Mar 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
99,165 miles · 11 Mar 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
6,321 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 99,165 miles
  • 2025 – 90,960 miles
  • 2024 – 82,463 miles
  • 2023 – 72,376 miles
  • 2022 – 67,139 miles
  • 2021 – 60,771 miles
  • 2020 – 53,840 miles
  • 2019 – 47,383 miles
  • 2018 – 37,855 miles
  • 2017 – 35,082 miles
  • 2016 – 30,624 miles
  • 2015 – 24,520 miles
  • 2014 – 21,606 miles
  • 2013 – 15,786 miles
  • 2012 – 11,092 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass99,165 miles
  • AdvisoryCentral Upper Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryUnderbody covered in undersealRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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 Coil spring corroded Both side

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Front Outer Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both side

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Both side

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Rear Coil spring corroded Both side

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

Full MOT history

28 tests since 5 Apr 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass99,165 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    99,165 miles
    Test number
    610083910497
    • AdvisoryCentral Upper Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryUnderbody covered in underseal

  2. Fail99,165 miles (+8,205)1 dangerous1 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,165 miles
    Test number
    394064148487
    • DangerousOffside Front Track rod end ball joint worn to the extent there is a serious risk of detachment (2.1.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Upper Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s) both sides
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryUnderbody covered in underseal

  3. Pass90,960 miles11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    90,960 miles
    Test number
    477054477762
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded Both side (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust flexi deteriorated
    • AdvisoryFront Outer Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both side (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Both side (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both side (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  4. Fail90,960 miles (+8,497)3 major11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,960 miles
    Test number
    118393918573
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded Both side (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust flexi deteriorated
    • AdvisoryFront Outer Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both side (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Both side (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both side (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  5. Pass82,463 miles9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    82,463 miles
    Test number
    878653945944
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded Both side (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Outer Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both side (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Both side (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both side (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Underneath vehicle (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  6. Fail82,463 miles (+10,087)2 major1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,463 miles
    Test number
    115124823153
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded Both side (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Outer Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both side (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Both side (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both side (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Underneath vehicle (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  7. Pass72,376 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    72,376 miles
    Test number
    328715849964
    • MinorFront Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated inner n/s and o/s (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryN/s/r o/s/r lower spring corroded

  8. Fail72,376 miles (+5,237)2 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,376 miles
    Test number
    706668937556
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))
    • MinorFront Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated inner n/s and o/s (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryN/s/r o/s/r lower spring corroded

  9. Pass67,139 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2023
    Odometer
    67,139 miles
    Test number
    936983791973
    • MinorFront Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated N/S AND O/S (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Fail67,139 miles (+6,368)2 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,139 miles
    Test number
    890458029281
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorFront Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated N/S AND O/S (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened n/s and o/s (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin n/s and o/s (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  11. Pass60,771 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2022
    Odometer
    60,771 miles
    Test number
    228884316556

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail60,771 miles (+6,931)1 dangerous3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,771 miles
    Test number
    643572960314
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick Both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust emissions - engine idle speed too high (8.2.1.2 (e))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorFront Suspension arm damaged and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  13. Pass53,840 miles (+6,457)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2021
    Odometer
    53,840 miles
    Test number
    151627688048
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing n/s and o/s (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  14. Pass47,383 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    47,383 miles
    Test number
    671387691204

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail47,382 miles (+9,527)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,382 miles
    Test number
    526560348322
    • MajorExhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

  16. Pass37,855 miles (+2,773)
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    37,855 miles
    Test number
    954935105270

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass35,082 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    35,082 miles
    Test number
    306742655802
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  18. Fail35,082 miles (+4,458)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,082 miles
    Test number
    231234327520
    • FailureNearside Front Steering rack gaiter insecure (2.2.D.2d)
    • FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  19. Pass30,624 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    30,624 miles
    Test number
    336233750563

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail30,624 miles (+6,104)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,624 miles
    Test number
    453644015174
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

  21. Pass24,520 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    24,520 miles
    Test number
    218965605451
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  22. Fail24,520 miles (+77)1 failure2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    24,520 miles
    Test number
    998175405127
    • FailureBattery insecure (1.9.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  23. Fail24,443 miles (+2,837)1 failure3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    24,443 miles
    Test number
    755452795005
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteBattery insecure
    • NoteN/s/f suspension arm bush starting to unbond

  24. Pass21,606 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    21,606 miles
    Test number
    279673194053

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail21,605 miles (+5,819)2 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    21,605 miles
    Test number
    949093294041
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre

  26. Pass15,786 miles (+4,694)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    15,786 miles
    Test number
    397185193053
    • 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)

  27. Pass11,092 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    11,092 miles
    Test number
    115066392478
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  28. Fail11,092 miles2 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    11,092 miles
    Test number
    667746092029
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Questions about LS09 HLX

Does LS09 HLX currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LS09 HLX is valid until 11 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on LS09 HLX?
The MOT on LS09 HLX is valid until 11 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LS09 HLX done?
LS09 HLX was recorded at 99,165 miles at its MOT on 12 Mar 2026, an average of 6,321 miles a year.
Has LS09 HLX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS09 HLX has failed 13 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on LS09 HLX 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 LS09 HLX find?
LS09 HLX passed its latest MOT on 12 Mar 2026 with 4 advisories: central upper stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working; nearside front play in steering rack inner joint(s); offside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge, and 1 more.

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