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LM61 LYP

2011 Kia Ceed

Silver Petrol 1591cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Mar 2027
Tests20 (13 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate65%

Mileage

91,447 mi
Last recorded91,447 miles
Recorded on23 Mar 2026
Typical for 2011 Kia Ceed69,337 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLM61 LYP
MakeKia
ModelCeed
Year2011
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,591cc

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MOT History

13 pass 7 fail
Pass 23 Mar 2026 91,447 miles

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

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

Nearside Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

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

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

Fail 23 Mar 2026 91,447 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

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

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

Nearside Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

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

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

Pass 15 Nov 2024 81,768 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2023 66,854 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2022 62,860 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2021 62,114 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2020 58,654 miles
Fail 2 Dec 2020 58,649 miles

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 29 Nov 2019 51,140 miles

Driver's view Items removed from driver's view prior to test Dashcam (3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2,5mm. Uneven tyre wear (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.3mm. Uneven tyre wear (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.0mm. Uneven tyre wear (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 29 Nov 2019 51,140 miles

Driver's view Items removed from driver's view prior to test Dashcam (3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2,5mm. Uneven tyre wear (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.3mm. Uneven tyre wear (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Side repeater incorrect colour faded to white (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.0mm. Uneven tyre wear (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 4 Dec 2018 39,957 miles
Fail 4 Dec 2018 39,957 miles

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

Pass 8 Oct 2018 39,222 miles

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

Fail 8 Oct 2018 39,222 miles

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

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Pass 14 Oct 2017 33,089 miles

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

Pass 22 Oct 2016 26,271 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Fail 22 Oct 2016 26,270 miles

Offside Front Inner Drive shaft which forms part of the suspension coupling gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc leaking grease (2.4.G.4e)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 20 Oct 2015 20,430 miles
Fail 20 Oct 2015 20,430 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid empty (8.2.3)

Pass 15 Oct 2014 13,892 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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LM61 LYP is a 2011 Kia Ceed in Silver with a 1,591cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65%.

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 LM61 LYP, 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 LM61 LYP registered?

LM61 LYP is a 2011 Kia Ceed, first registered on 16 November 2011.

Is LM61 LYP safe to buy?

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