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Kia Ceed

Black · Diesel · 2008 · 1,582 cc

LB08 DHAMOT history

LB08 DHA is a black diesel Kia Ceed first used on 9 Jun 2008. Its MOT is valid until 12 May 2027 and it has passed 13 of 19 MOT tests, with 85,544 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 May 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 12 May 2027
Mileage
85,544 mi
At MOT on 13 May 2026
MOT tests
19
13 passed · 6 failed
Per year
4,506 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB08 DHA
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Kia
Model
Ceed
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,582 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
9 Jun 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 12 May 2027
Latest MOT test
13 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB08 DHA was last recorded at 85,544 miles on 13 May 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 May 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
85,544 miles · 12 May 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
4,506 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 85,544 miles
  • 2024 – 75,013 miles
  • 2023 – 66,619 miles
  • 2022 – 56,577 miles
  • 2021 – 49,892 miles
  • 2020 – 41,638 miles
  • 2018 – 38,190 miles
  • 2017 – 34,625 miles
  • 2015 – 32,678 miles
  • 2014 – 29,552 miles
  • 2013 – 26,175 miles
  • 2012 – 23,088 miles
  • 2011 – 18,255 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass85,544 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisorySteering system slightly rough (2.1.1 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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 Headlamp aim too high

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2026

  • Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Offside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

Full MOT history

19 tests since 7 Jun 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass85,544 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2027
    Odometer
    85,544 miles
    Test number
    825507582499
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisorySteering system slightly rough (2.1.1 (a))

  2. Fail85,544 miles (+10,531)1 dangerous6 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,544 miles
    Test number
    214628508363
    • DangerousBonnet seriously at risk of opening inadvertently (3.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust emissions test not completed because smoke levels are significantly in excess of the specified limit values (8.2.2.2 (f))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisorySteering system slightly rough (2.1.1 (a))

  3. Pass75,013 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    75,013 miles
    Test number
    746764543536
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  4. Fail75,013 miles (+8,394)1 dangerous2 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,013 miles
    Test number
    661679836406
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  5. Pass66,619 miles2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2024
    Odometer
    66,619 miles
    Test number
    924437997231
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Fail66,619 miles (+10,042)1 dangerous2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,619 miles
    Test number
    933158269877
    • DangerousOffside Front Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Pass56,577 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    56,577 miles
    Test number
    934882930350
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened n/s and o/s (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

  8. Fail56,577 miles (+6,685)4 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,577 miles
    Test number
    284535704901
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt insecure (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear fog lamp lens defective such that emitted light is adversely affected broken showing white light (4.5.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened n/s and o/s (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

  9. Pass49,892 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    49,892 miles
    Test number
    506509630660

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail49,892 miles (+8,254)2 dangerous3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,892 miles
    Test number
    261243307185
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

  11. Pass41,638 miles (+3,448)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    41,638 miles
    Test number
    380408676703

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass38,190 miles (+3,565)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    38,190 miles
    Test number
    500728623375

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass34,625 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    34,625 miles
    Test number
    565159589784

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail34,625 miles (+1,947)3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,625 miles
    Test number
    634204129106
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Inner Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure wall (4.1.D.1b)

  15. Pass32,678 miles (+3,126)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    32,678 miles
    Test number
    316355175127
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisorySteering column universal joint has slight play (2.1.5)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  16. Pass29,552 miles (+3,377)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    29,552 miles
    Test number
    605184574109

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass26,175 miles (+3,087)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    26,175 miles
    Test number
    146545973156

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass23,088 miles (+4,833)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    23,088 miles
    Test number
    656401892146

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass18,255 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    18,255 miles
    Test number
    487698851134

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB08 DHA

Does LB08 DHA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB08 DHA is valid until 12 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB08 DHA?
The MOT on LB08 DHA is valid until 12 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB08 DHA done?
LB08 DHA was recorded at 85,544 miles at its MOT on 13 May 2026, an average of 4,506 miles a year.
Has LB08 DHA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB08 DHA has failed 6 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 12 May 2026.
Has the mileage on LB08 DHA 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 DHA find?
LB08 DHA passed its latest MOT on 13 May 2026 with 7 advisories: front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread; nearside side repeater slightly discoloured; offside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge, and 4 more.

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