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Kia Ceed

Grey · Petrol · 2008 · 1,591 cc

LB08 ETKMOT history

LB08 ETK is a grey petrol Kia Ceed first used on 10 Jul 2008. Its MOT is valid until 13 May 2027 and it has passed 16 of 23 MOT tests, with 97,416 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 May 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 13 May 2027
Mileage
97,416 mi
At MOT on 14 May 2026
MOT tests
23
16 passed · 7 failed
Per year
5,328 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB08 ETK
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Kia
Model
Ceed
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,591 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
10 Jul 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 13 May 2027
Latest MOT test
14 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB08 ETK was last recorded at 97,416 miles on 14 May 2026, 161 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Apr 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
97,255 miles · 22 Apr 2026
Between the last two tests
161 miles
Average per year
5,328 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 97,416 miles
  • 2025 – 92,201 miles
  • 2024 – 89,201 miles
  • 2023 – 84,694 miles
  • 2022 – 80,719 miles
  • 2021 – 76,318 miles
  • 2020 – 73,328 miles
  • 2019 – 70,249 miles
  • 2018 – 66,947 miles
  • 2017 – 63,079 miles
  • 2016 – 57,594 miles
  • 2015 – 51,939 miles
  • 2014 – 46,234 miles
  • 2013 – 36,860 miles
  • 2012 – 22,745 miles
  • 2011 – 18,213 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass97,416 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2025

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 Rear Service brake binding but not excessively

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2025–2026

  • Parking brake efficiency below requirements

    Major2 MOTs, 2025–2026

  • Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment

    Major2 MOTs, 2025–2026

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2025

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass97,416 miles (+161)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2027
    Odometer
    97,416 miles
    Test number
    914005411629
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  2. Fail97,255 miles (+5,054)5 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,255 miles
    Test number
    489112882106
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  3. Pass92,201 miles (+21)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    92,201 miles
    Test number
    748030312419
    • MinorOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  4. Fail92,180 miles (+2,979)4 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,180 miles
    Test number
    303523776901
    • MajorNearside Steering locking device missing track rod end, split pin (2.1.3 (d))
    • MajorOffside Steering locking device ineffective track rod end, split pin (2.1.3 (d))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • MinorOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  5. Pass89,201 miles (+4,507)
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    89,201 miles
    Test number
    612599460228

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass84,694 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    84,694 miles
    Test number
    802275701523

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail84,694 miles (+3,975)1 dangerous1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,694 miles
    Test number
    368728119634
    • DangerousSteering rack has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel to the extent that safe steering is affected (steering rack fitted) (2.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass80,719 miles (+46)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    80,719 miles
    Test number
    304825755018

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail80,673 miles (+4,355)5 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,673 miles
    Test number
    886811991674
    • MajorEmissions not tested exhaust leak (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorFront Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak exhaust flexi leaking (8.2.1.1 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Stop lamp(s) not working both inop (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorSteering arm deformed both front inner steering rack arms play + knocking (2.1.3 (c) (i))

  10. Pass76,318 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    76,318 miles
    Test number
    168747539998
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 205/55/16 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 205/55/16 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  11. Fail76,318 miles (+2,990)1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,318 miles
    Test number
    522530145937
    • MajorOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 205/55/16 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 205/55/16 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  12. Pass73,328 miles (+3,079)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    73,328 miles
    Test number
    923821732766

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass70,249 miles (+3,302)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2020
    Odometer
    70,249 miles
    Test number
    970009623480

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass66,947 miles (+3,868)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    66,947 miles
    Test number
    307755668478

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass63,079 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    63,079 miles
    Test number
    955337219987
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  16. Fail63,079 miles (+5,485)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,079 miles
    Test number
    280849571640
    • FailureNearside Front All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  17. Pass57,594 miles (+5,655)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    57,594 miles
    Test number
    901008682664
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass51,939 miles (+5,705)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    51,939 miles
    Test number
    217442995153

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass46,234 miles (+9,374)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    46,234 miles
    Test number
    398380804496

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass36,860 miles (+14,115)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    36,860 miles
    Test number
    829616893189

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass22,745 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    22,745 miles
    Test number
    246953692486

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail22,745 miles (+4,532)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    22,745 miles
    Test number
    816293892130
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • NoteN/s/f tyre tread cracked

  23. Pass18,213 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    18,213 miles
    Test number
    559543681158
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Questions about LB08 ETK

Does LB08 ETK currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB08 ETK is valid until 13 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB08 ETK?
The MOT on LB08 ETK is valid until 13 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 ETK done?
LB08 ETK was recorded at 97,416 miles at its MOT on 14 May 2026, an average of 5,328 miles a year.
Has LB08 ETK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB08 ETK has failed 7 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on LB08 ETK 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 ETK find?
LB08 ETK passed its latest MOT on 14 May 2026 with 2 advisories: front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread; nearside play in steering rack inner joint(s).

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