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Kia Ceed

Grey · Diesel · 2008 · 1,582 cc

LB08 DFCMOT history

LB08 DFC is a grey diesel Kia Ceed first used on 11 Jun 2008. Its MOT expired on 11 Apr 2025 and it has passed 14 of 20 MOT tests, with 115,821 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Apr 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 11 Apr 2025
Mileage
115,821 mi
At MOT on 12 Apr 2024
MOT tests
20
14 passed · 6 failed
Per year
6,179 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB08 DFC
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Kia
Model
Ceed
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,582 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
11 Jun 2008
MOT status
MOT expired on 11 Apr 2025
Latest MOT test
12 Apr 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB08 DFC was last recorded at 115,821 miles on 12 Apr 2024, 77 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Apr 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
115,744 miles · 5 Apr 2024
Between the last two tests
77 miles
Average per year
6,179 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 115,821 miles
  • 2023 – 112,939 miles
  • 2022 – 110,773 miles
  • 2021 – 108,292 miles
  • 2020 – 106,188 miles
  • 2019 – 93,929 miles
  • 2018 – 84,862 miles
  • 2017 – 78,461 miles
  • 2016 – 71,261 miles
  • 2015 – 63,982 miles
  • 2013 – 58,899 miles
  • 2012 – 45,251 miles
  • 2011 – 36,532 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass115,821 miles
  • MinorFront Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tyre is worn on the inner edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisorySuspension component corroded but not seriously weakened All under body suspension components corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024

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.

  • Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

20 tests since 13 Jun 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass115,821 miles (+77)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    115,821 miles
    Test number
    240728261420
    • MinorFront Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tyre is worn on the inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisorySuspension component corroded but not seriously weakened All under body suspension components corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail115,744 miles (+2,805)2 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,744 miles
    Test number
    348234535344
    • MajorFront Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn Both front linkages (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorFront Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak Both front shockers (5.3.2 (b))
    • MinorFront Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tyre is worn on the inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisorySuspension component corroded but not seriously weakened All under body suspension components corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass112,939 miles (+2,166)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    112,939 miles
    Test number
    394178220426
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

  4. Pass110,773 miles (+2,481)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    110,773 miles
    Test number
    542054796554
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront both inner cv boot split
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisorySmall chip on windscreen

  5. Pass108,292 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    108,292 miles
    Test number
    718068027074
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Fail108,292 miles (+2,104)4 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,292 miles
    Test number
    122238364841
    • MajorNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Service brake excessively binding both sides (1.2.1 (f))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass106,188 miles (+12,259)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2021
    Odometer
    106,188 miles
    Test number
    595237954252
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear disc slightly corroded

  8. Pass93,929 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2020
    Odometer
    93,929 miles
    Test number
    916012091795

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail93,929 miles (+9,067)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,929 miles
    Test number
    457224738538
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

  10. Pass84,862 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    84,862 miles
    Test number
    160325684506
    • Advisory2x Front Tyres wearing on the edges
    • Advisory2x Front Washer Jets need replacement
    • AdvisoryBoth sides front suspension arm bushes deteriorated
    • AdvisoryCoil Springs corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre wearing on the edges

  11. Fail84,862 miles1 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,862 miles
    Test number
    715586769578
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Advisory2x Front Tyres wearing on the edges
    • Advisory2x Front Washer Jets need replacement
    • AdvisoryBoth sides front suspension arm bushes deteriorated
    • AdvisoryCoil Springs corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre wearing on the edges

  12. Fail84,862 miles (+6,401)4 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,862 miles
    Test number
    888072032242
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • Advisory2x Front Tyres wearing on the edges
    • AdvisoryBoth sides front suspension arm bushes deteriorated
    • AdvisoryCoil Springs corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre wearing on the edges

  13. Pass78,461 miles (+7,200)
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    78,461 miles
    Test number
    917995563862

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass71,261 miles (+7,279)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    71,261 miles
    Test number
    787045204449

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass63,982 miles (+5,083)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    63,982 miles
    Test number
    938389215035

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass58,899 miles (+2,706)
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    58,899 miles
    Test number
    435377113318

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass56,193 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    56,193 miles
    Test number
    678177073039
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteOffside and nearside front tyres worn on edges

  18. Fail56,193 miles (+10,942)2 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,193 miles
    Test number
    796887473014
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteOffside and nearside front tyres worn on edges

  19. Pass45,251 miles (+8,719)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    45,251 miles
    Test number
    996130882088
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteFront brake discs lipped
    • NoteO/s/f tyre has cuts in tread

  20. Pass36,532 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    36,532 miles
    Test number
    549804861166

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB08 DFC

Does LB08 DFC currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB08 DFC expired on 11 Apr 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB08 DFC?
The MOT on LB08 DFC expired on 11 Apr 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB08 DFC done?
LB08 DFC was recorded at 115,821 miles at its MOT on 12 Apr 2024, an average of 6,179 miles a year.
Has LB08 DFC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB08 DFC has failed 6 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Apr 2024.
Has the mileage on LB08 DFC 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 DFC find?
LB08 DFC passed its latest MOT on 12 Apr 2024 with 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: front battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier; nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre is worn on the inner edge; suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened all under body suspension components corroded.

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