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LL61 BTX

2011 Kia Ceed

Black Petrol 1591cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Mar 2027
Tests19 (11 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate57.9%

Mileage

82,327 mi
Last recorded82,327 miles
Recorded on18 Mar 2026
Typical for 2011 Kia Ceed69,337 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLL61 BTX
MakeKia
ModelCeed
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,591cc

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MOT History

11 pass 8 fail
Pass 18 Mar 2026 82,327 miles

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

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

Fail 18 Mar 2026 82,327 miles

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

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Pass 24 Feb 2025 78,147 miles

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

Fail 24 Feb 2025 78,146 miles

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

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

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

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

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

Pass 24 Aug 2023 69,588 miles

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both side wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 24 Aug 2022 63,773 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2021 58,980 miles

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

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

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

Pass 20 Aug 2020 56,079 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2020 56,072 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

Pass 19 Aug 2019 51,734 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Fail 19 Aug 2019 51,734 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

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

Pass 23 Aug 2018 45,225 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2018 45,225 miles

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

Pass 24 Aug 2017 36,671 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2017 36,671 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 26 Aug 2016 28,248 miles

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

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

Fail 26 Aug 2016 28,248 miles

Centre Rear Electrical wiring damaged and bare wires exposed (1.9.2c)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

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

Pass 11 Nov 2014 17,131 miles
Fail 11 Nov 2014 17,131 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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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LL61 BTX is a 2011 Kia Ceed in Black with a 1,591cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.9%.

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 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 LL61 BTX, 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 LL61 BTX registered?

LL61 BTX is a 2011 Kia Ceed, first registered on 18 November 2011.

Is LL61 BTX safe to buy?

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