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LD61 JHU

2011 Kia Ceed

Blue Diesel 1582cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Feb 2027
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

95,564 mi
Last recorded95,564 miles
Recorded on31 Jan 2026
Typical for 2011 Kia Ceed69,337 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLD61 JHU
MakeKia
ModelCeed
Year2011
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,582cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 31 Jan 2026 95,564 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively Both - Worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 31 Jan 2025 90,506 miles

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

Pass 13 Feb 2024 85,359 miles

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened signs of corrosion (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear low effort to n/s/r handbrake

brake fluid dark in colour

strong advise handbrake travel

Fail 9 Feb 2024 85,353 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed cut to tyre showing cord (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened signs of corrosion (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear low effort to n/s/r handbrake

brake fluid dark in colour

strong advise handbrake travel

Pass 16 Feb 2023 79,358 miles

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view stone chip (3.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 11 Feb 2023 79,312 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view stone chip (3.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 14 Feb 2022 72,884 miles

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

Fail 4 Feb 2022 72,860 miles

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 30 Jan 2021 70,135 miles

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

Pass 31 Jan 2020 67,271 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 31 Jan 2020 67,271 miles

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

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Feb 2019 59,617 miles

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

Pass 27 Jan 2018 54,228 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2017 47,265 miles

Both front tyres worn inner edges & close to wear indicators

Nearside front lower suspension arm outer rubber bush deteriorating

Pass 25 Jan 2016 41,843 miles

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

Pass 4 Feb 2015 37,708 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2014 34,886 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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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LD61 JHU is a 2011 Kia Ceed in Blue with a 1,582cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 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 LD61 JHU, 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 LD61 JHU registered?

LD61 JHU is a 2011 Kia Ceed, first registered on 30 September 2011.

Is LD61 JHU safe to buy?

The MOT history for LD61 JHU shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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