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Black · Petrol · 2008 · 1,399 cc

LB08 UXCMOT history

LB08 UXC is a black petrol Kia RIO first used on 1 Jul 2008. Its MOT expired on 21 Jul 2025 and it has passed 14 of 19 MOT tests, with 180,815 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Jul 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 21 Jul 2025
Mileage
180,815 mi
At MOT on 11 Jul 2025
MOT tests
19
14 passed · 5 failed
Per year
11,708 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB08 UXC
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Kia
Model
RIO
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,399 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
1 Jul 2008
MOT status
MOT expired on 21 Jul 2025
Latest MOT test
11 Jul 2025 (Fail)

Mileage history

LB08 UXC was last recorded at 180,815 miles on 11 Jul 2025, 11,596 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Jul 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
169,219 miles · 19 Jul 2024
Between the last two tests
11,596 miles
Average per year
11,708 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 180,815 miles
  • 2024 – 169,219 miles
  • 2023 – 162,316 miles
  • 2022 – 150,048 miles
  • 2021 – 135,807 miles
  • 2020 – 127,518 miles
  • 2019 – 108,478 miles
  • 2018 – 88,858 miles
  • 2017 – 66,616 miles
  • 2016 – 47,151 miles
  • 2015 – 27,732 miles
  • 2014 – 23,869 miles
  • 2013 – 22,077 miles
  • 2012 – 19,105 miles
  • 2011 – 16,435 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail180,815 miles
  • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Lower Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine sump corroded (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • 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))

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.

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Front exhaust brackets broken

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Sump corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both front to rear

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2022

Full MOT history

19 tests since 27 Jun 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail180,815 miles (+11,596)5 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    180,815 miles
    Test number
    712076010956
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine sump corroded (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • 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))

  2. Pass169,219 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    169,219 miles
    Test number
    999693032637
    • AdvisoryFront exhaust hangers broken
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear at rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Sump corroded (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Fail169,219 miles (+6,903)1 repaired6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    169,219 miles
    Test number
    958770145017
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront exhaust hangers broken
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear at rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Sump corroded (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass162,316 miles (+14)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    162,316 miles
    Test number
    736369324777
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront exhaust brackets broken
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisorySump corroded

  5. Fail162,302 miles (+12,254)3 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    162,302 miles
    Test number
    527008613370
    • MajorBrake pipe excessively corroded Both front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront exhaust brackets broken
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisorySump corroded

  6. Pass150,048 miles (+14,241)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    150,048 miles
    Test number
    350677280972
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryAll suspension components/ subframes have surface corrosion
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOil sump corroded

  7. Pass135,807 miles (+8,289)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    135,807 miles
    Test number
    191086023668
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront + centre exhaust brackets broken
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge + perished (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge + perished (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass127,518 miles (+19,040)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    127,518 miles
    Test number
    575431559345
    • AdvisoryCentre exhaust mount broken

  9. Pass108,478 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2020
    Odometer
    108,478 miles
    Test number
    270858290782
    • AdvisoryCentre exhaust bracket broken

  10. Fail108,473 miles (+19,615)4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,473 miles
    Test number
    881086240056
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorNearside Rear Road wheel fixings not compatible (5.2.2 (d))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentre exhaust bracket broken

  11. Pass88,858 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    88,858 miles
    Test number
    872031134304
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Fail88,858 miles (+22,242)1 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,858 miles
    Test number
    903545996024
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  13. Pass66,616 miles (+19,465)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    66,616 miles
    Test number
    521732845533
    • AdvisoryCentre stop not working
    • AdvisoryOffside front tyre worn smooth on inner edge

  14. Pass47,151 miles (+19,419)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    47,151 miles
    Test number
    519741132360

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass27,732 miles (+3,863)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    27,732 miles
    Test number
    897901105284

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass23,869 miles (+1,792)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    23,869 miles
    Test number
    935879364161

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass22,077 miles (+2,972)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    22,077 miles
    Test number
    746879563164
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteAdvise tracking due to front tyre inside wear

  18. Pass19,105 miles (+2,670)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    19,105 miles
    Test number
    685676462192
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteBoth front tyres worn on inner edges

  19. Pass16,435 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    16,435 miles
    Test number
    568078971102
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Questions about LB08 UXC

Does LB08 UXC currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB08 UXC expired on 21 Jul 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB08 UXC?
The MOT on LB08 UXC expired on 21 Jul 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB08 UXC done?
LB08 UXC was recorded at 180,815 miles at its MOT on 11 Jul 2025, an average of 11,708 miles a year.
Has LB08 UXC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB08 UXC has failed 5 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Jul 2025.
Has the mileage on LB08 UXC 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 UXC find?
LB08 UXC failed its latest MOT on 11 Jul 2025 with 5 major defects and 5 advisories: nearside front suspension arm ball joint excessively worn; nearside track rod end ball joint has excessive play; offside front lower sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened, and 7 more.

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