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Kia Ceed

Grey · Petrol · 2008 · 1,591 cc

LB08 CXSMOT history

LB08 CXS is a grey petrol Kia Ceed first used on 28 May 2008. Its MOT is valid until 18 Nov 2026 and it has passed 16 of 25 MOT tests, with 85,832 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 Nov 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 18 Nov 2026
Mileage
85,832 mi
At MOT on 19 Nov 2025
MOT tests
25
16 passed · 9 failed
Per year
4,773 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB08 CXS
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 valid until 18 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
19 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB08 CXS was last recorded at 85,832 miles on 19 Nov 2025, 4,793 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
81,039 miles · 6 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
4,793 miles
Average per year
4,773 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 85,832 miles
  • 2024 – 81,039 miles
  • 2023 – 78,362 miles
  • 2022 – 75,329 miles
  • 2021 – 72,383 miles
  • 2020 – 69,548 miles
  • 2019 – 65,132 miles
  • 2018 – 61,798 miles
  • 2017 – 58,168 miles
  • 2016 – 54,411 miles
  • 2015 – 49,249 miles
  • 2014 – 38,637 miles
  • 2013 – 25,341 miles
  • 2012 – 21,439 miles
  • 2011 – 16,697 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass85,832 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge o/s and n/s (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play O/S AND N/S (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside front door damaged

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 Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2018–2022

  • Engine & under covers.

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2020–2023

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play

    Major2 MOTs, 2018–2025

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view small chip in zone b.

    Minor2 MOTs, 2020

  • Under covers fitted.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2019

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass85,832 miles2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    85,832 miles
    Test number
    565494233528
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge o/s and n/s (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play O/S AND N/S (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside front door damaged

  2. Fail85,832 miles (+4,793)1 major2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,832 miles
    Test number
    505459651554
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge o/s and n/s (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play O/S AND N/S (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside front door damaged

  3. Pass81,039 miles2 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    81,039 miles
    Test number
    407572017285
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view stone chip (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened brackets offside and nearside (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing offside and nearside kerb rash (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge wearing (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Fail81,039 miles (+2,677)3 major2 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,039 miles
    Test number
    724006753886
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorExhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak rear silencer corroded (8.2.1.1 (b))
    • MajorNearside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view stone chip (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened brackets offside and nearside (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing offside and nearside kerb rash (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge wearing (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass78,362 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    78,362 miles
    Test number
    790919796816
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chip in a zone. (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine & under covers.

  6. Fail78,362 miles (+3,033)2 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,362 miles
    Test number
    799438498683
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chip in a zone. (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine & under covers.

  7. Pass75,329 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    75,329 miles
    Test number
    330745764137
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chip in a zone. (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryEngine & under covers.

  8. Fail75,329 miles (+2,946)1 major2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,329 miles
    Test number
    364570870217
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords wall. (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chip in a zone. (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged offside front. (Both kerbeb). (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge offside front. (Both Tyres close & worn edges). (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryEngine & under covers.

  9. Pass72,383 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    72,383 miles
    Test number
    162771669784
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view small chip a zone. (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge offside front. both tyres close & worn on edges. (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryEngine & under covers.

  10. Fail72,383 miles (+2,835)2 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,383 miles
    Test number
    398197096402
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorRear Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view small chip a zone. (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge offside front. both tyres close & worn on edges. (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryEngine & under covers.

  11. Pass69,548 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    69,548 miles
    Test number
    860637028178
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view small chip in zone b. (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryEngine & under covers.

  12. Fail69,548 miles (+4,416)2 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,548 miles
    Test number
    687445767527
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view small chip in zone b. (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryEngine & under covers.

  13. Pass65,132 miles (+3,334)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    65,132 miles
    Test number
    546503585436
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisorySmall chip in windscreen b zone.
    • AdvisoryUnder covers fitted.

  14. Pass61,798 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    61,798 miles
    Test number
    435149392091
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryChip in windscreen B zone
    • AdvisoryUnder covers fitted.

  15. Fail61,798 miles (+3,630)3 major2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,798 miles
    Test number
    273186199947
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • 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))
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryChip in windscreen B zone
    • AdvisoryUnder covers fitted.

  16. Pass58,168 miles (+3,757)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    58,168 miles
    Test number
    453361193117
    • AdvisoryCentral Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit & offside front (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryEngine & under covers fitted

  17. Pass54,411 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    54,411 miles
    Test number
    831045111477
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement & offside front lower (front bushes) (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryUnder covers fitted

  18. Fail54,411 miles (+5,162)2 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,411 miles
    Test number
    227767606906
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Seat belt damaged sufficient to significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement & offside front lower (front bushes) (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryUnder covers fitted

  19. Pass49,249 miles (+10,612)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    49,249 miles
    Test number
    237802065179
    • AdvisoryInner Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryInner Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  20. Pass38,637 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    38,637 miles
    Test number
    196503124254
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  21. Fail38,637 miles (+13,296)1 dangerous1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,637 miles
    Test number
    397893224487
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  22. Pass25,341 miles (+1,207)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    25,341 miles
    Test number
    906148133270
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteNearside front wiper blade split
    • NoteOffside and nearside rear tyres perrished and split on side walls

  23. Pass24,134 miles (+2,695)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    24,134 miles
    Test number
    479737213139
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  24. Pass21,439 miles (+4,742)1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2013
    Odometer
    21,439 miles
    Test number
    936930942159
    • NoteRear tyres slightly perished

  25. Pass16,697 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2012
    Odometer
    16,697 miles
    Test number
    317767541197
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)
    • NoteFront tyres slightly perrished

Questions about LB08 CXS

Does LB08 CXS currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB08 CXS is valid until 18 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on LB08 CXS?
The MOT on LB08 CXS is valid until 18 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB08 CXS done?
LB08 CXS was recorded at 85,832 miles at its MOT on 19 Nov 2025, an average of 4,773 miles a year.
Has LB08 CXS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB08 CXS has failed 9 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Nov 2025.
Has the mileage on LB08 CXS 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 CXS find?
LB08 CXS passed its latest MOT on 19 Nov 2025 with 2 minor defects and 4 advisories: front windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; nearside rear registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; front sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened, and 3 more.

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