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Silver · Diesel · 2013 · 1,582 cc

L8 VRNMOT history

L8 VRN is a silver diesel Kia Ceed first used on 25 Apr 2013. Its MOT is valid until 8 Jul 2027 and it has passed 11 of 19 MOT tests, with 134,639 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Jun 2026.

L8 VRN silver Kia Ceed – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Kia Ceed, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 8 Jul 2027
Mileage
134,639 mi
At MOT on 9 Jun 2026
MOT tests
19
11 passed · 8 failed
Per year
8,058 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L8 VRN
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Kia
Model
Ceed
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,582 cc
Year of manufacture
2013
First used
25 Apr 2013
MOT status
MOT valid until 8 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
9 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L8 VRN was last recorded at 134,639 miles on 9 Jun 2026, 1,783 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Jun 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
132,856 miles · 19 Jun 2025
Between the last two tests
1,783 miles
Average per year
8,058 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 134,639 miles
  • 2025 – 132,856 miles
  • 2024 – 129,304 miles
  • 2023 – 125,569 miles
  • 2022 – 116,666 miles
  • 2021 – 109,964 miles
  • 2020 – 104,560 miles
  • 2019 – 95,286 miles
  • 2018 – 81,990 miles
  • 2017 – 67,111 miles
  • 2016 – 52,862 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass134,639 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryRear suspension components corroded

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Offside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

19 tests since 15 Apr 2016, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass134,639 miles (+1,783)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    134,639 miles
    Test number
    820031844642
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear suspension components corroded

  2. Pass132,856 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    132,856 miles
    Test number
    542065169068
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Fail132,854 miles (+3,550)1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,854 miles
    Test number
    207209837136
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Pass129,304 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    129,304 miles
    Test number
    323749054757
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Fail129,299 miles (+3,730)2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,299 miles
    Test number
    780036333131
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn lower arm rear bush worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  6. Pass125,569 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    125,569 miles
    Test number
    563847382798

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail125,563 miles (+8,897)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,563 miles
    Test number
    191680688973
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass116,666 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    116,666 miles
    Test number
    774509094087

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail116,666 miles (+6,702)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,666 miles
    Test number
    605884772366
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  10. Pass109,964 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    109,964 miles
    Test number
    942122098292
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

  11. Fail109,964 miles (+5,404)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,964 miles
    Test number
    689455459452
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

  12. Pass104,560 miles (+9,274)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    104,560 miles
    Test number
    863802057603
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  13. Pass95,286 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    95,286 miles
    Test number
    857851051178
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  14. Fail95,286 miles (+13,296)2 dangerous1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,286 miles
    Test number
    410211155482
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousRear Inner Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  15. Pass81,990 miles (+14,879)
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    81,990 miles
    Test number
    447556091830

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass67,111 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    67,111 miles
    Test number
    473466172862
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  17. Fail67,111 miles (+14,249)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,111 miles
    Test number
    716308036721
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  18. Pass52,862 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    52,862 miles
    Test number
    514547812849
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  19. Fail52,861 miles2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,861 miles
    Test number
    709324474145
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Questions about L8 VRN

Does L8 VRN currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L8 VRN is valid until 8 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on L8 VRN?
The MOT on L8 VRN is valid until 8 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L8 VRN done?
L8 VRN was recorded at 134,639 miles at its MOT on 9 Jun 2026, an average of 8,058 miles a year.
Has L8 VRN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L8 VRN has failed 8 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Jun 2025.
Has the mileage on L8 VRN ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on L8 VRN find?
L8 VRN passed its latest MOT on 9 Jun 2026 with 4 advisories: front sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened; nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; rear sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened, and 1 more.

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