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LD61 UKU

2011 Kia Ceed

Black Diesel 1582cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Apr 2027
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

24,452 mi
Last recorded24,452 miles
Recorded on13 Apr 2026
Typical for 2011 Kia Ceed69,337 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLD61 UKU
MakeKia
ModelCeed
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,582cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Apr 2026 24,452 miles

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule all brake hoses have corrosion on the ferrules (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all brake pipes slightly corroded on the brake hoses ends (1.1.11 (c))

corrosion on the rear sub frame and suspension components

Pass 15 Apr 2025 23,161 miles

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

Nearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Rear radius arm. (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Offside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Rear radius arm. (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 15 Apr 2025 23,161 miles

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

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Rear radius arm. (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

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

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

Offside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Rear radius arm. (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 24 Apr 2024 22,075 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 12 Apr 2023 20,372 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2022 18,899 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2021 17,298 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2021 17,298 miles

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

Pass 1 Apr 2020 16,406 miles

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

Pass 16 Apr 2019 15,340 miles
Pass 1 May 2018 13,966 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2017 12,945 miles

offside front tyre outer sidewall starting to perish

Pass 17 Oct 2016 10,640 miles

Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement o/s and n/s front most (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front tyre slightly perished

Pass 12 Oct 2015 8,284 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Oct 2014 6,025 miles

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 UKU is a 2011 Kia Ceed in Black with a 1,582cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 UKU, 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 LD61 UKU registered?

LD61 UKU is a 2011 Kia Ceed, first registered on 29 October 2011.

Is LD61 UKU safe to buy?

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