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LC11 KFN

2011 Kia Ceed

Black Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 May 2027
Tests16 (10 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

76,609 mi
Last recorded76,609 miles
Recorded on7 Apr 2026
Typical for 2011 Kia Ceed69,337 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLC11 KFN
MakeKia
ModelCeed
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

10 pass 6 fail
Pass 7 Apr 2026 76,609 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 7 Apr 2026 76,609 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear Registration plate insecure (0.1 (a))

Pass 2 May 2025 76,571 miles
Fail 4 Mar 2025 76,571 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Fail 5 Feb 2025 76,490 miles

Brake performance unable to be tested (1.2.1 (g))

Emissions unable to be completed (8.2.1.2 (d))

Exhaust emits excessive dense blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 20 Mar 2024 69,185 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2024 69,185 miles

Brake performance unable to be tested clutch failed (1.2.1 (g))

Emissions unable to be completed clutch failed (8.2.1.2 (d))

Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Pass 11 Aug 2020 67,809 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin on limit (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 11 Aug 2020 67,809 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin on limit (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 27 Apr 2019 60,652 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2018 53,281 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2018 53,281 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 15 Apr 2017 47,405 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

grease spread around both inner CV gaiters

Pass 21 Apr 2016 41,019 miles

Nearside Front sidewall of tyre is damaged

Nearside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Rear child seat fitted

Nearside centre of outer sill is damaged

Offside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Rear registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 4 Apr 2015 34,552 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 23 Apr 2014 28,591 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Slight seepage from both inner CV gaiters.

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

How Reliable is the Kia Ceed?

Based on 1,665,385 MOT tests across 147,843 vehicles.

76.1%
Pass Rate
6,838
Miles/Year
19
Year Lifespan
147,843
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 17,111
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 10,158
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 10,091
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LC11 KFN is a 2011 Kia Ceed in Black with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 LC11 KFN, 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 LC11 KFN registered?

LC11 KFN is a 2011 Kia Ceed, first registered on 30 April 2011.

Is LC11 KFN safe to buy?

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