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LC11 KSV

2011 Kia Ceed

Silver Diesel 1582cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Jan 2027
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

118,012 mi
Last recorded118,012 miles
Recorded on10 Jan 2026
Typical for 2011 Kia Ceed69,337 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLC11 KSV
MakeKia
ModelCeed
Year2011
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,582cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Jan 2026 118,012 miles

Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Jan 2025 108,277 miles

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Jan 2024 98,176 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin all around front and rear both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Front undertrays fitted

Nearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Nearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 27 Jan 2023 82,550 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 5 Apr 2022 80,167 miles
Fail 5 Apr 2022 80,167 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 23 Mar 2021 77,390 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2020 76,578 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2019 74,330 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2018 71,654 miles

Nearside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Front washer jet not working as it should but still provides enough water to the screen

Offside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 21 Mar 2017 67,977 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement wishbone (2.4.G.2)

Pass 29 Mar 2016 64,744 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2015 60,986 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 21 May 2014 52,079 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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 KSV is a 2011 Kia Ceed in Silver with a 1,582cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 KSV, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LC11 KSV registered?

LC11 KSV is a 2011 Kia Ceed, first registered on 31 May 2011.

Is LC11 KSV safe to buy?

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