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Black · Petrol · 2008 · 1,591 cc

LB08 EPYMOT history

LB08 EPY is a black petrol Kia Ceed first used on 10 Jul 2008. Its MOT is valid until 5 Apr 2027 and it has passed 16 of 29 MOT tests, with 110,975 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Apr 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 5 Apr 2027
Mileage
110,975 mi
At MOT on 6 Apr 2026
MOT tests
29
16 passed · 13 failed
Per year
5,106 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB08 EPY
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
10 Jul 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 5 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
6 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB08 EPY was last recorded at 110,975 miles on 6 Apr 2026, 6 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Apr 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
110,969 miles · 4 Apr 2026
Between the last two tests
6 miles
Average per year
5,106 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 110,975 miles
  • 2025 – 104,906 miles
  • 2024 – 100,373 miles
  • 2023 – 97,414 miles
  • 2022 – 94,890 miles
  • 2021 – 92,143 miles
  • 2020 – 90,438 miles
  • 2019 – 86,194 miles
  • 2018 – 81,043 miles
  • 2017 – 78,438 miles
  • 2016 – 71,447 miles
  • 2015 – 65,147 miles
  • 2014 – 58,362 miles
  • 2013 – 52,913 miles
  • 2012 – 45,149 miles
  • 2011 – 35,877 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass110,975 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))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.

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

    Minor3 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Offside Front Road wheel fixing missing

    Major2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated drop link boot

    Minor2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated drop link boot

    Minor2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Play in steering rack inner joint(s) both slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

29 tests since 22 Jul 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass110,975 miles (+6)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    110,975 miles
    Test number
    195724634120
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail110,969 miles (+6,063)1 dangerous4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,969 miles
    Test number
    480352694874
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorBrake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass104,906 miles2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    104,906 miles
    Test number
    690970470543
    • MinorNearside Front Outer 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))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, but not excessively All (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  4. Fail104,903 miles (+4,530)1 dangerous2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,903 miles
    Test number
    518157015434
    • DangerousOffside Front Outer Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer 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))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, but not excessively All (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass100,373 miles4 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    100,373 miles
    Test number
    191942890818
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryLower Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Inner tie rod has slight play
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Inner tie rod has slight play
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))

  6. Fail100,373 miles (+2,959)2 dangerous4 major4 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,373 miles
    Test number
    210350184455
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryLower Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Inner tie rod has slight play
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Inner tie rod has slight play
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))

  7. Pass97,414 miles1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    97,414 miles
    Test number
    370445336968
    • MinorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • 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))

  8. Fail97,414 miles (+2,524)1 dangerous2 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,414 miles
    Test number
    726063018450
    • DangerousOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • 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))

  9. Pass94,890 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    94,890 miles
    Test number
    251117464852

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail94,890 miles (+2,747)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,890 miles
    Test number
    860068127897
    • Repaired at testNearside Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

  11. Pass92,143 miles (+1,705)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    92,143 miles
    Test number
    243163040391
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced corrosion (6.1.1 (a) (i))

  12. Pass90,438 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    90,438 miles
    Test number
    750304156580
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  13. Fail90,438 miles (+4,244)1 repaired6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,438 miles
    Test number
    946421157562
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp light intensity significantly reduced (4.2.3 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  14. Pass86,194 miles (+13)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    86,194 miles
    Test number
    462024199199
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated drop link boot (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated drop link boot (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) both slight play

  15. Fail86,181 miles (+5,138)1 major2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,181 miles
    Test number
    452863667579
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated drop link boot (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated drop link boot (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) both slight play

  16. Pass81,043 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    81,043 miles
    Test number
    213179460382

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail81,043 miles (+2,605)3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,043 miles
    Test number
    963555722356
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  18. Pass78,438 miles (+6,991)
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    78,438 miles
    Test number
    493342934469

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass71,447 miles (+3)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    71,447 miles
    Test number
    161687492194
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Fail71,444 miles (+6,297)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,444 miles
    Test number
    700958134038
    • FailureNearside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  21. Fail65,147 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,147 miles
    Test number
    589093605102
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  22. Pass65,147 miles (+6,785)
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    65,147 miles
    Test number
    638953005157

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass58,362 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    58,362 miles
    Test number
    265401704119

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail58,362 miles (+5,449)2 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,362 miles
    Test number
    655560604108
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  25. Pass52,913 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    52,913 miles
    Test number
    596049363205

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail52,913 miles (+7,764)4 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,913 miles
    Test number
    379968363413
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • NoteLower steering coloum has little movement

  27. Pass45,149 miles (+67)1 dangerous2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    45,149 miles
    Test number
    278892592141
    • DangerousNear side front tyre has a winter tyre fitted at time of test diff from others
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisorySteering column universal joint has slight play (2.1.5)
    • NoteSigns of weathering on all tyres

  28. Fail45,082 miles (+9,205)2 dangerous2 failures3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,082 miles
    Test number
    579316282131
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • DangerousNear side front tyre has a winter tyre fitted at time of test diff from others
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisorySteering column universal joint has slight play (2.1.5)
    • NoteSigns of weathering on all tyres

  29. Pass35,877 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    35,877 miles
    Test number
    825743401291
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteO/S/F Tyre evidence of impact damage inner sidewall

Questions about LB08 EPY

Does LB08 EPY currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB08 EPY is valid until 5 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB08 EPY?
The MOT on LB08 EPY is valid until 5 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 EPY done?
LB08 EPY was recorded at 110,975 miles at its MOT on 6 Apr 2026, an average of 5,106 miles a year.
Has LB08 EPY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB08 EPY has failed 13 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on LB08 EPY 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 EPY find?
LB08 EPY passed its latest MOT on 6 Apr 2026 with 2 advisories: nearside front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement; oil leak, but not excessive.

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