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Grey · Diesel · 2008 · 1,493 cc

LB08 UZLMOT history

LB08 UZL is a grey diesel Kia RIO first used on 28 Jun 2008. Its MOT is valid until 9 Aug 2027 and it has passed 15 of 18 MOT tests, with 89,538 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Jul 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 9 Aug 2027
Mileage
89,538 mi
At MOT on 21 Jul 2026
MOT tests
18
15 passed · 3 failed
Per year
4,919 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB08 UZL
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Kia
Model
RIO
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,493 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
28 Jun 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 9 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
21 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB08 UZL was last recorded at 89,538 miles on 21 Jul 2026, 3,041 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
86,497 miles · 22 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
3,041 miles
Average per year
4,919 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 89,538 miles
  • 2025 – 86,497 miles
  • 2024 – 82,259 miles
  • 2023 – 77,786 miles
  • 2022 – 73,506 miles
  • 2021 – 68,564 miles
  • 2020 – 64,655 miles
  • 2019 – 59,791 miles
  • 2018 – 54,438 miles
  • 2017 – 47,633 miles
  • 2016 – 41,280 miles
  • 2015 – 35,288 miles
  • 2013 – 24,645 miles
  • 2012 – 18,403 miles
  • 2011 – 15,360 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass89,538 miles
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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.

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2017

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2020

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2015

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass89,538 miles (+3,041)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    89,538 miles
    Test number
    267269315728
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  2. Pass86,497 miles (+4,238)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    86,497 miles
    Test number
    834877553071
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  3. Pass82,259 miles (+4,473)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    82,259 miles
    Test number
    567853015336
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively both (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively both (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  4. Pass77,786 miles (+4,280)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    77,786 miles
    Test number
    234090087708
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  5. Pass73,506 miles (+4,942)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    73,506 miles
    Test number
    384940124814
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  6. Pass68,564 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    68,564 miles
    Test number
    903748587241

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail68,564 miles (+3,909)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,564 miles
    Test number
    428146166138
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  8. Pass64,655 miles (+4,864)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    64,655 miles
    Test number
    307254962532
    • 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. Pass59,791 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    59,791 miles
    Test number
    930693649632
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  10. Fail59,791 miles (+5,353)1 dangerous2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,791 miles
    Test number
    363310366649
    • DangerousOffside Front Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  11. Pass54,438 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    54,438 miles
    Test number
    349780655548
    • 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 Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  12. Fail54,438 miles (+6,805)4 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,438 miles
    Test number
    415604501837
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn front (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 Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  13. Pass47,633 miles (+6,353)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    47,633 miles
    Test number
    899920563386
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement front (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement front (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
  14. Pass41,280 miles (+5,992)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    41,280 miles
    Test number
    973533587130
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear (2.4.G.2)
  15. Pass35,288 miles (+10,643)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    35,288 miles
    Test number
    276952725234
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
  16. Pass24,645 miles (+6,242)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    24,645 miles
    Test number
    448523953236
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
  17. Pass18,403 miles (+3,043)
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    18,403 miles
    Test number
    295104362231

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass15,360 miles1 advisory4 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    15,360 miles
    Test number
    226163271152
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteO/S/F tyre tread low 2-3mm
    • NoteBoth front lower suspension arms, front bushes seperating, but have no excess movement
    • NoteFront number plate starting to fade
    • NoteRear number plate has slight water damage

Questions about LB08 UZL

Does LB08 UZL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB08 UZL is valid until 9 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB08 UZL?
The MOT on LB08 UZL is valid until 9 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB08 UZL done?
LB08 UZL was recorded at 89,538 miles at its MOT on 21 Jul 2026, an average of 4,919 miles a year.
Has LB08 UZL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB08 UZL has failed 3 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Jul 2021.
Has the mileage on LB08 UZL 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 UZL find?
LB08 UZL passed its latest MOT on 21 Jul 2026 with 2 advisories: oil leak, but not excessive; rear exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases.

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