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Kia Ceed

Silver · Diesel · 2008 · 1,582 cc

LB08 DFGMOT history

LB08 DFG is a silver diesel Kia Ceed first used on 11 Jun 2008. Its MOT is valid until 22 Apr 2027 and it has passed 16 of 26 MOT tests, with 149,252 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Apr 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 22 Apr 2027
Mileage
149,252 mi
At MOT on 23 Apr 2026
MOT tests
26
16 passed · 10 failed
Per year
8,468 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB08 DFG
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Kia
Model
Ceed
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,582 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
11 Jun 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 22 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
23 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB08 DFG was last recorded at 149,252 miles on 23 Apr 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Apr 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
149,252 miles · 17 Apr 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
8,468 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 149,252 miles
  • 2025 – 141,187 miles
  • 2024 – 133,302 miles
  • 2023 – 126,451 miles
  • 2022 – 118,426 miles
  • 2021 – 110,484 miles
  • 2020 – 103,683 miles
  • 2019 – 91,733 miles
  • 2018 – 80,791 miles
  • 2017 – 67,364 miles
  • 2016 – 48,715 miles
  • 2015 – 29,795 miles
  • 2014 – 28,953 miles
  • 2013 – 27,586 miles
  • 2012 – 25,358 miles
  • 2011 – 23,323 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass149,252 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Parking brake efficiency below requirements

    Major2 MOTs, 2024–2026

  • Nearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2025

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Front Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier

    Minor2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Front Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

26 tests since 9 Jun 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass149,252 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    149,252 miles
    Test number
    636571747954

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail149,252 miles (+8,065)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    149,252 miles
    Test number
    199850314776
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too high dip beam too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment no reserve travel (1.1.6 (c))

  3. Pass141,187 miles (+2)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    141,187 miles
    Test number
    969383604684
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Fail141,185 miles (+7,883)1 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,185 miles
    Test number
    641004182637
    • MajorNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Pass133,302 miles1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    133,302 miles
    Test number
    610485930396
    • MinorNearside Front Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  6. Fail133,302 miles (+6,851)2 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,302 miles
    Test number
    147871606226
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  7. Pass126,451 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    126,451 miles
    Test number
    417995819856
    • AdvisoryCentral Front screen wash level topped up

  8. Fail126,451 miles (+8,025)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,451 miles
    Test number
    279515127056
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high dip beam reset (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front screen wash level topped up

  9. Pass118,426 miles (+8)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    118,426 miles
    Test number
    125154329910
    • AdvisorySlight play in steering rack

  10. Fail118,418 miles (+7,934)3 dangerous3 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,418 miles
    Test number
    326520564225
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Bumper likely to become detached (6.1.4 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Service brake excessively fluctuating both (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Steering column universal joint has slight wear or play (2.2.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisorySide repeater slightly discoloured both (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisorySlight play in steering rack

  11. Pass110,484 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    110,484 miles
    Test number
    977675208649
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel and knock when steering rocked (2.3 (a) (i))

  12. Fail110,484 miles (+6,801)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,484 miles
    Test number
    233094815487
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Rear reflector likely to become detached (4.8.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel and knock when steering rocked (2.3 (a) (i))

  13. Pass103,683 miles1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    103,683 miles
    Test number
    829295226214
    • MinorCentral Stop lamp(s) light intensity obviously reduced (4.3.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test phone mount on passenger seat
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened rusty (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisorySlight knocking noise heard when rocking steering wheel no obvious play found

  14. Fail103,683 miles (+11,950)1 dangerous3 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,683 miles
    Test number
    815099738592
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorCentral Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test phone mount on passenger seat
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened rusty (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisorySlight knocking noise heard when rocking steering wheel no obvious play found

  15. Pass91,733 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    91,733 miles
    Test number
    333117617352
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge uneven wear inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryHandbrake travel long

  16. Fail91,733 miles (+10,942)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,733 miles
    Test number
    614918912034
    • Repaired at testElectrical wiring insecure and connectors likely to become disconnected positive battery terminal (4.11 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge uneven wear inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryHandbrake travel long

  17. Pass80,791 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    80,791 miles
    Test number
    853699309378
    • AdvisorySlight knock on steering column

  18. Fail80,791 miles (+13,427)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,791 miles
    Test number
    630116702523
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 205/55 R16 (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisorySlight knock on steering column

  19. Pass67,364 miles (+18,649)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    67,364 miles
    Test number
    353504156631
    • AdvisoryN/s/f and o/s/f inner cv boots just starting to deteriorate
    • AdvisoryO/s/r tyre starting to wear low and wearing out of shape on inner shoulder

  20. Pass48,715 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    48,715 miles
    Test number
    722941128613
    • AdvisoryNearside rear tyre approaching legal limit

  21. Fail48,715 miles (+18,920)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,715 miles
    Test number
    795674240930
    • FailureBattery insecure (1.9.1)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisorySTRONG ADVISE:o/s/f brake pad low
    • AdvisoryNearside rear tyre approaching legal limit

  22. Pass29,795 miles (+842)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    29,795 miles
    Test number
    176085215445

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass28,953 miles (+1,367)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    28,953 miles
    Test number
    876322164140

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass27,586 miles (+2,228)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    27,586 miles
    Test number
    645861463100

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass25,358 miles (+2,035)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    25,358 miles
    Test number
    428400162146

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass23,323 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    23,323 miles
    Test number
    609010361172

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB08 DFG

Does LB08 DFG currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB08 DFG is valid until 22 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB08 DFG?
The MOT on LB08 DFG is valid until 22 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB08 DFG done?
LB08 DFG was recorded at 149,252 miles at its MOT on 23 Apr 2026, an average of 8,468 miles a year.
Has LB08 DFG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB08 DFG has failed 10 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on LB08 DFG 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 DFG find?
LB08 DFG passed its latest MOT on 23 Apr 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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