MOT Status
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135,231 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Nearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam Aim Also Not Tested (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
Offside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
Nearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge nsf worn down to 3mm and thin on the edges (5.2.3 (e))
Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge osf worn down to 3mm, and bald on the inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
undertrays fitted concealing testable items
Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt nsf split (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
Headlamp not working on dipped beam osf (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn nsf, bolts in to the hub (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn osf, bolts in to the hub (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Windscreen washer not working no sound of pump working (3.5 (a))
Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge nsf worn down to 3mm and thin on the edges (5.2.3 (e))
Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge osf worn down to 3mm, and bald on the inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
undertrays fitted concealing testable items
Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()
Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS
Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS
Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()
Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS
Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS
Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS
Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
Offside Steering locking device missing (2.1.3 (d))
Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
Offside Front Lower locking nut
Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()
Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2 mm (5.2.3 (e))
Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2 mm and worn inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
Towball/hitch not fitted at time of test ()
Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()
Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2 mm (5.2.3 (e))
Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2 mm and worn inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
Towball/hitch not fitted at time of test ()
Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()
Nearside Rear tyre wearing low
Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()
Nearside Rear tyre wearing low
Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm inner edge (4.1.E.1)
Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
Parking brake lever ratchet mechanism is excessively worn excessive free movement at the start of travel (3.1.5)
Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
How Reliable is the Kia Ceed?
Based on 1,665,385 MOT tests across 147,843 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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LA61 FEJ is a 2011 Kia Ceed in Silver with a 1,582cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55%.
Across all 2011 Kia Ceed models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.5% with a typical mileage of 69,337 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.
The most common reason a Kia Ceed fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 17,111 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LA61 FEJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.
The Kia Ceed typically stays on UK roads for around 19 years. At 15 years old, this Kia Ceed is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.
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What year was LA61 FEJ registered?
LA61 FEJ is a 2011 Kia Ceed, first registered on 1 October 2011.
Is LA61 FEJ safe to buy?
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