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Kia Ceed

Grey · Petrol · 2008 · 1,591 cc

LB08 CXGMOT history

LB08 CXG is a grey petrol Kia Ceed first used on 28 May 2008. Its MOT expired on 21 Apr 2026 and it has passed 16 of 28 MOT tests, with 115,064 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Apr 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 21 Apr 2026
Mileage
115,064 mi
At MOT on 9 Apr 2025
MOT tests
28
16 passed · 12 failed
Per year
6,973 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB08 CXG
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Kia
Model
Ceed
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,591 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
28 May 2008
MOT status
MOT expired on 21 Apr 2026
Latest MOT test
9 Apr 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB08 CXG was last recorded at 115,064 miles on 9 Apr 2025, 6,940 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Apr 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
108,124 miles · 12 Apr 2024
Between the last two tests
6,940 miles
Average per year
6,973 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 115,064 miles
  • 2024 – 108,124 miles
  • 2023 – 100,956 miles
  • 2022 – 92,120 miles
  • 2021 – 87,064 miles
  • 2020 – 80,765 miles
  • 2019 – 75,085 miles
  • 2018 – 65,819 miles
  • 2017 – 57,422 miles
  • 2016 – 48,188 miles
  • 2015 – 43,034 miles
  • 2014 – 33,794 miles
  • 2013 – 29,682 miles
  • 2011 – 17,778 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass115,064 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases joint (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023

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.

  • Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2024

  • Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2021

  • Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2016

  • Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2023–2025

Full MOT history

28 tests since 27 Apr 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass115,064 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    115,064 miles
    Test number
    322273304161
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases joint (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  2. Fail115,064 miles (+6,940)1 dangerous2 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,064 miles
    Test number
    967256532841
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases joint (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  3. Pass108,124 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    108,124 miles
    Test number
    525821788172
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Tyre cracking in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  4. Fail108,124 miles (+7,168)4 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,124 miles
    Test number
    442179092688
    • MajorNearside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush excessively worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn Toe arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush excessively worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Tyre cracking in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  5. Pass100,956 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    100,956 miles
    Test number
    834564217732
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing slight cracking in tread area (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryHandbrake lever long travel

  6. Fail100,956 miles (+8,836)1 dangerous5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,956 miles
    Test number
    251462641861
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing slight cracking in tread area (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryHandbrake lever long travel

  7. Pass92,120 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    92,120 miles
    Test number
    710641802672

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail92,120 miles (+5,056)4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,120 miles
    Test number
    546411404661
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) Both

  9. Pass87,064 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    87,064 miles
    Test number
    178118277372
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  10. Fail87,063 miles (+6,298)6 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,063 miles
    Test number
    845669479321
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  11. Pass80,765 miles (+1)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    80,765 miles
    Test number
    556167966724
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin inner pad (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin inner pad (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  12. Fail80,764 miles (+5,679)6 major2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,764 miles
    Test number
    253179444531
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases front flex and rear silencer (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Steering rack has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) rack end (2.3 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated inner leaking (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated leaking (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin inner pad (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin inner pad (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  13. Pass75,085 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    75,085 miles
    Test number
    784478649137
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated leaking (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  14. Fail75,085 miles (+9,266)2 major2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,085 miles
    Test number
    587463836851
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated leaking (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  15. Pass65,819 miles (+2)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    65,819 miles
    Test number
    287581721267
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm 205/55ZR16 91W (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  16. Fail65,817 miles (+8,395)8 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,817 miles
    Test number
    278998764909
    • MajorFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorNearside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorOffside Steering rack has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) RACK ARM (2.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm 205/55ZR16 91W (5.2.3 (e))

  17. Pass57,422 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    57,422 miles
    Test number
    822098208209
    • AdvisoryNearside Front slight bind on brake
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  18. Fail57,421 miles (+9,233)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,421 miles
    Test number
    191254283980
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front slight bind on brake
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  19. Pass48,188 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    48,188 miles
    Test number
    162987363337
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  20. Fail48,188 miles (+5,154)3 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,188 miles
    Test number
    535376620821
    • FailureFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureNearside front brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)
    • FailureOffside front brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  21. Pass43,034 miles (+2,585)
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    43,034 miles
    Test number
    970861978678

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass40,449 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    40,449 miles
    Test number
    548462815188
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  23. Fail40,449 miles (+6,655)1 failure3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,449 miles
    Test number
    286792315153
    • FailureOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  24. Pass33,794 miles (+4,112)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    33,794 miles
    Test number
    857367004189
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  25. Pass29,682 miles (+77)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    29,682 miles
    Test number
    778540623103
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteN/s/r & o/s/r tyres cracking on outer edge of tread

  26. Fail29,605 miles5 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,605 miles
    Test number
    289854313193
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteN/s/r & o/s/r tyres cracking on outer edge of tread

  27. PassMileage not read
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    258758812424

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass17,778 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    17,778 miles
    Test number
    125727111166

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB08 CXG

Does LB08 CXG currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB08 CXG expired on 21 Apr 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB08 CXG?
The MOT on LB08 CXG expired on 21 Apr 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB08 CXG done?
LB08 CXG was recorded at 115,064 miles at its MOT on 9 Apr 2025, an average of 6,973 miles a year.
Has LB08 CXG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB08 CXG has failed 12 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Apr 2025.
Has the mileage on LB08 CXG 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 LB08 CXG find?
LB08 CXG passed its latest MOT on 9 Apr 2025 with 3 advisories: central exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases joint; nearside front play in steering rack inner joint(s); offside front play in steering rack inner joint(s).

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