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Silver · Diesel · 2008 · 1,582 cc

LB08 DMZMOT history

LB08 DMZ is a silver diesel Kia Ceed first used on 10 Jun 2008. Its MOT expired on 31 Jan 2023 and it has passed 11 of 17 MOT tests, with 100,684 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 Aug 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 31 Jan 2023
Mileage
100,684 mi
At MOT on 19 Aug 2025
MOT tests
17
11 passed · 6 failed
Per year
5,804 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB08 DMZ
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
10 Jun 2008
MOT status
MOT expired on 31 Jan 2023
Latest MOT test
19 Aug 2025 (Fail)

Mileage history

LB08 DMZ was last recorded at 100,684 miles on 19 Aug 2025, 3,965 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 Feb 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
96,719 miles · 1 Feb 2022
Between the last two tests
3,965 miles
Average per year
5,804 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 100,684 miles
  • 2022 – 96,719 miles
  • 2020 – 88,141 miles
  • 2019 – 78,130 miles
  • 2018 – 69,565 miles
  • 2017 – 62,313 miles
  • 2016 – 54,776 miles
  • 2015 – 47,719 miles
  • 2014 – 41,957 miles
  • 2013 – 35,436 miles
  • 2012 – 26,752 miles
  • 2011 – 18,307 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail100,684 miles
  • MajorCoil spring corroded so that its cross sectional area is reduced and seriously weakened all four (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • MajorFront Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
  • MajorRear Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • MajorService brake excessively fluctuating both front (1.2.1 (e))
  • MajorService brake excessively fluctuating both rear (1.2.1 (e))
  • MajorSuspension arm corroded and seriously weakened all rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • MajorSuspension arm corroded and seriously weakened both front (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
  • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
  • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022

What MOT failures 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 Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • Nearside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • All suspension and steering component under vehicle corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

17 tests since 10 Jun 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail100,684 miles (+3,965)10 major2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,684 miles
    Test number
    613575700633
    • MajorCoil spring corroded so that its cross sectional area is reduced and seriously weakened all four (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorFront Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorRear Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorService brake excessively fluctuating both front (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorService brake excessively fluctuating both rear (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorSuspension arm corroded and seriously weakened all rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorSuspension arm corroded and seriously weakened both front (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  2. Pass96,719 miles (+136)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    96,719 miles
    Test number
    765059900362
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryAll suspension and steering component under vehicle corroded

  3. Fail96,583 miles (+8,442)1 dangerous10 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,583 miles
    Test number
    296737653394
    • DangerousOffside Rear Inner Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid both (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle 56% (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryAll suspension and steering component under vehicle corroded

  4. Pass88,141 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    88,141 miles
    Test number
    114459508867
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Fail88,141 miles (+10,011)1 dangerous3 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,141 miles
    Test number
    527400597083
    • DangerousOffside Front Suspension component ball joint likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear signs of brake binding
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  6. Pass78,130 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    78,130 miles
    Test number
    512347704913
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Fail78,126 miles (+8,561)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,126 miles
    Test number
    378136062695
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • MajorRear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements delaminated (0.1 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear signs of binding
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryService brake fluctuating, but not excessively both rear (1.2.1 (e))

  8. Pass69,565 miles (+11)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    69,565 miles
    Test number
    681274951135
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  9. Fail69,554 miles (+7,241)5 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,554 miles
    Test number
    617239840349
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine exceeds manufacturers limit (8.2.2.2 (b))
    • MajorFuel tank insecure supporting strap broken (6.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  10. Pass62,313 miles (+7,537)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    62,313 miles
    Test number
    146974766301

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass54,776 miles (+7,057)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    54,776 miles
    Test number
    787532188656
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  12. Pass47,719 miles (+5,762)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    47,719 miles
    Test number
    817452255144

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass41,957 miles (+6,521)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    41,957 miles
    Test number
    936966854178

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass35,436 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    35,436 miles
    Test number
    929518453178

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail35,435 miles (+8,683)1 failure3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,435 miles
    Test number
    389288953111
    • FailureOffside rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside rear brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.5b)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteFree play at handbrake lever

  16. Pass26,752 miles (+8,445)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    26,752 miles
    Test number
    678482352168

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass18,307 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    18,307 miles
    Test number
    809791861120
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteClicking noise from front wipers when operating

Questions about LB08 DMZ

Does LB08 DMZ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB08 DMZ expired on 31 Jan 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB08 DMZ?
The MOT on LB08 DMZ expired on 31 Jan 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB08 DMZ done?
LB08 DMZ was recorded at 100,684 miles at its MOT on 19 Aug 2025, an average of 5,804 miles a year.
Has LB08 DMZ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB08 DMZ has failed 6 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Aug 2025.
Has the mileage on LB08 DMZ 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 DMZ find?
LB08 DMZ failed its latest MOT on 19 Aug 2025 with 10 major defects, 2 minor defects and 1 advisory: coil spring corroded so that its cross sectional area is reduced and seriously weakened all four; front sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened; nearside front track rod end ball joint has excessive play, and 10 more.

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