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Kia Ceed

Silver · Diesel · 2008 · 1,582 cc

LB08 DLYMOT history

LB08 DLY is a silver diesel Kia Ceed first used on 9 Jun 2008. Its MOT is valid until 3 Mar 2027 and it has passed 15 of 24 MOT tests, with 167,798 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Mar 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 3 Mar 2027
Mileage
167,798 mi
At MOT on 4 Mar 2026
MOT tests
24
15 passed · 9 failed
Per year
7,368 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB08 DLY
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
9 Jun 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 3 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
4 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB08 DLY was last recorded at 167,798 miles on 4 Mar 2026, 11,102 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
156,696 miles · 9 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
11,102 miles
Average per year
7,368 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 167,798 miles
  • 2025 – 156,696 miles
  • 2024 – 148,793 miles
  • 2022 – 146,504 miles
  • 2021 – 144,143 miles
  • 2020 – 137,958 miles
  • 2019 – 128,995 miles
  • 2018 – 119,293 miles
  • 2017 – 111,775 miles
  • 2016 – 106,203 miles
  • 2015 – 99,396 miles
  • 2014 – 92,513 miles
  • 2013 – 85,329 miles
  • 2012 – 79,368 miles
  • 2011 – 59,094 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass167,798 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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 Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011–2015

Full MOT history

24 tests since 2 Jun 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass167,798 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    167,798 miles
    Test number
    121187859572
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Fail167,794 miles (+11,098)6 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    167,794 miles
    Test number
    655245143630
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass156,696 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    156,696 miles
    Test number
    298281707781

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail156,693 miles (+7,900)6 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    156,693 miles
    Test number
    765040656302
    • MajorBonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  5. Pass148,793 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    148,793 miles
    Test number
    927432180356
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Towbar component corroded, but not excessively (6.1.6 (a))

  6. Fail148,793 miles (+2,289)2 dangerous1 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    148,793 miles
    Test number
    128346942548
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorFront Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Towbar component corroded, but not excessively (6.1.6 (a))

  7. Pass146,504 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    146,504 miles
    Test number
    724174571222
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting tow bar corroded (6.1.6 (i) (i))

  8. Fail146,504 miles (+2,361)1 repaired6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    146,504 miles
    Test number
    655266508227
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting tow bar corroded (6.1.6 (i) (i))

  9. Pass144,143 miles (+6,185)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    144,143 miles
    Test number
    581054412433
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryTowbar component corroded, but not excessively (6.1.6 (a))

  10. Pass137,958 miles (+8,963)2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    137,958 miles
    Test number
    481492778358
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  11. Pass128,995 miles (+9,702)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    128,995 miles
    Test number
    170010802346
    • AdvisorySlight clunk from steering column/rack area

  12. Pass119,293 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    119,293 miles
    Test number
    325860475952
    • AdvisoryOffside front brake disc and pads discoloured by heat
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel clunk from rack area (2.3 (a) (i))

  13. Fail119,293 miles (+7,518)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,293 miles
    Test number
    371469967767
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside front brake disc and pads discoloured by heat
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel clunk from rack area (2.3 (a) (i))

  14. Pass111,775 miles (+5,572)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    111,775 miles
    Test number
    829306122609
    • AdvisorySuspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both front foremost (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryBoth inner cv boots leaking greese

  15. Pass106,203 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    106,203 miles
    Test number
    486787914099
    • AdvisoryBoth inner cv boot clips poor condition
    • AdvisoryFreeplay o/s inner rack jointy
    • AdvisoryFront and rear subframes corroded

  16. Fail106,203 miles (+6,807)2 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,203 miles
    Test number
    994877761709
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryBoth inner cv boot clips poor condition
    • AdvisoryFreeplay o/s inner rack jointy
    • AdvisoryFront and rear subframes corroded

  17. Pass99,396 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    99,396 miles
    Test number
    439732155142
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test

  18. Fail99,396 miles (+6,883)1 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,396 miles
    Test number
    666032655180
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test

  19. Fail92,513 miles2 repaired2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,513 miles
    Test number
    455817864138
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  20. Pass92,513 miles (+7,184)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    92,513 miles
    Test number
    625697564103
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  21. Pass85,329 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    85,329 miles
    Test number
    116312363101
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • NoteFront discs worn
    • NoteRear tubeless valves perished

  22. Fail85,329 miles (+5,961)1 repaired1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,329 miles
    Test number
    897632363115
    • Repaired at testWindscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • NoteFront discs worn
    • NoteRear tubeless valves perished

  23. Pass79,368 miles (+20,274)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    79,368 miles
    Test number
    338881972115

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass59,094 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    59,094 miles
    Test number
    365953651184
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Questions about LB08 DLY

Does LB08 DLY currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB08 DLY is valid until 3 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB08 DLY?
The MOT on LB08 DLY is valid until 3 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB08 DLY done?
LB08 DLY was recorded at 167,798 miles at its MOT on 4 Mar 2026, an average of 7,368 miles a year.
Has LB08 DLY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB08 DLY has failed 9 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on LB08 DLY 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 DLY find?
LB08 DLY passed its latest MOT on 4 Mar 2026 with 1 advisory: offside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge.

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