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Kia Ceed

Black · Petrol · 2008 · 1,591 cc

LB08 EPEMOT history

LB08 EPE is a black petrol Kia Ceed first used on 9 Jul 2008. Its MOT is valid until 29 Apr 2027 and it has passed 15 of 23 MOT tests, with 110,841 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 30 Apr 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 29 Apr 2027
Mileage
110,841 mi
At MOT on 30 Apr 2026
MOT tests
23
15 passed · 8 failed
Per year
5,993 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB08 EPE
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Kia
Model
Ceed
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,591 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
9 Jul 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 29 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
30 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB08 EPE was last recorded at 110,841 miles on 30 Apr 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 Apr 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
110,841 miles · 27 Apr 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
5,993 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 110,841 miles
  • 2025 – 103,166 miles
  • 2024 – 99,460 miles
  • 2023 – 96,677 miles
  • 2022 – 94,294 miles
  • 2020 – 93,610 miles
  • 2019 – 73,823 miles
  • 2018 – 68,577 miles
  • 2017 – 65,475 miles
  • 2016 – 60,929 miles
  • 2015 – 52,333 miles
  • 2014 – 42,853 miles
  • 2013 – 35,658 miles
  • 2012 – 27,898 miles
  • 2011 – 22,096 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass110,841 miles
  • MinorNearside Rear Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryFront Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 9 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 7 MOTs since 2019

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.

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Front flexi joint

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Front Coil spring corroded Both

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2025

  • Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Rear Coil spring corroded Both

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass110,841 miles1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    110,841 miles
    Test number
    570341276005
    • MinorNearside Rear Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail110,841 miles (+7,675)4 dangerous3 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,841 miles
    Test number
    206544328932
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Rear Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass103,166 miles (+3)1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    103,166 miles
    Test number
    838815725593
    • MinorOffside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Front flexi joint (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  4. Fail103,163 miles (+3,703)6 major1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,163 miles
    Test number
    646527454436
    • MajorBrake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MinorOffside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Front flexi joint (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Pass99,460 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    99,460 miles
    Test number
    963819388151
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both rears (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  6. Fail99,460 miles (+2,783)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,460 miles
    Test number
    903890714847
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both rears (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  7. Pass96,677 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    96,677 miles
    Test number
    546187408085
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  8. Fail96,674 miles (+2,380)3 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,674 miles
    Test number
    308012725943
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass94,294 miles (+684)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    94,294 miles
    Test number
    750441969575
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both and wheels tight to turn (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass93,610 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    93,610 miles
    Test number
    935237093399
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  11. Fail93,610 miles (+19,787)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,610 miles
    Test number
    594209767159
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  12. Pass73,823 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    73,823 miles
    Test number
    704586479466
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and or under trays fitted

  13. Fail73,823 miles (+5,246)3 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,823 miles
    Test number
    772274434297
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened heavy grooving and poor condition (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and or under trays fitted
    • AdvisoryFront wipers not fully tested due to lack of fluid

  14. Pass68,577 miles2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2019
    Odometer
    68,577 miles
    Test number
    164529005600
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  15. Fail68,577 miles (+3,102)3 major2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,577 miles
    Test number
    119834996309
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  16. Pass65,475 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2018
    Odometer
    65,475 miles
    Test number
    637488979186

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail65,475 miles (+4,546)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,475 miles
    Test number
    366656441922
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  18. Pass60,929 miles (+8,596)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2017
    Odometer
    60,929 miles
    Test number
    811503189248
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre sidewall cracking
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Pass52,333 miles (+9,480)
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2016
    Odometer
    52,333 miles
    Test number
    277416845426

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass42,853 miles (+7,195)
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2015
    Odometer
    42,853 miles
    Test number
    759348344153

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass35,658 miles (+7,760)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    35,658 miles
    Test number
    208166483477

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass27,898 miles (+5,802)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    27,898 miles
    Test number
    855069682111

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass22,096 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    22,096 miles
    Test number
    437150691116

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB08 EPE

Does LB08 EPE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB08 EPE is valid until 29 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB08 EPE?
The MOT on LB08 EPE is valid until 29 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 EPE done?
LB08 EPE was recorded at 110,841 miles at its MOT on 30 Apr 2026, an average of 5,993 miles a year.
Has LB08 EPE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB08 EPE has failed 8 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on LB08 EPE 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 EPE find?
LB08 EPE passed its latest MOT on 30 Apr 2026 with 1 minor defect and 6 advisories: nearside rear direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light; front exhaust mounting defective; front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread, and 4 more.

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