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Grey · Diesel · 2008 · 1,582 cc

LB08 XAVMOT history

LB08 XAV is a grey diesel Kia Ceed first used on 30 Jun 2008. Its MOT is valid until 3 Jul 2027 and it has passed 16 of 21 MOT tests, with 149,723 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Jul 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 3 Jul 2027
Mileage
149,723 mi
At MOT on 4 Jul 2026
MOT tests
21
16 passed · 5 failed
Per year
8,308 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB08 XAV
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Kia
Model
Ceed
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,582 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
30 Jun 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 3 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
4 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB08 XAV was last recorded at 149,723 miles on 4 Jul 2026, 2,853 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Jun 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
146,870 miles · 14 Jun 2025
Between the last two tests
2,853 miles
Average per year
8,308 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 149,723 miles
  • 2025 – 146,870 miles
  • 2024 – 144,211 miles
  • 2023 – 140,987 miles
  • 2022 – 126,205 miles
  • 2021 – 110,340 miles
  • 2020 – 93,735 miles
  • 2019 – 82,555 miles
  • 2018 – 75,075 miles
  • 2017 – 68,362 miles
  • 2016 – 61,995 miles
  • 2015 – 56,937 miles
  • 2014 – 46,396 miles
  • 2013 – 40,340 miles
  • 2012 – 34,942 miles
  • 2011 – 24,555 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass149,723 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all 4 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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.

  • Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2023

Full MOT history

21 tests since 10 Jun 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass149,723 miles (+2,853)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    149,723 miles
    Test number
    111353800945
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all 4 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  2. Pass146,870 miles (+2,659)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    146,870 miles
    Test number
    854678184063
    • AdvisorySteering column universal joint has slight wear or play (2.2.2 (c))

  3. Pass144,211 miles (+3,224)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    144,211 miles
    Test number
    830991531034

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass140,987 miles (+14,782)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    140,987 miles
    Test number
    276393846521
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  5. Pass126,205 miles (+15,865)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    126,205 miles
    Test number
    809730384116

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass110,340 miles (+16,605)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    110,340 miles
    Test number
    925087366907
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass93,735 miles (+11,180)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    93,735 miles
    Test number
    872511919308

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass82,555 miles (+7,480)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    82,555 miles
    Test number
    593800083099
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear small bulge on inner sidewall
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm bush forward end (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  9. Pass75,075 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    75,075 miles
    Test number
    622289994144

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail75,075 miles (+6,713)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,075 miles
    Test number
    638767797495
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (4.1.2 (a))

  11. Pass68,362 miles (+6,367)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    68,362 miles
    Test number
    940006353509
    • AdvisoryFRONT BRAKE PADS LOW
    • AdvisoryFRONT TYRES LOW
    • AdvisoryREAR BRAKE PADS LOW
    • AdvisoryREAR TYRES POOR CONDITION & WORN UNEVEN

  12. Pass61,995 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    61,995 miles
    Test number
    513814851961

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail61,995 miles (+5,058)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,995 miles
    Test number
    945230901726
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

  14. Pass56,937 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    56,937 miles
    Test number
    756565575151

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail56,931 miles (+10,535)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,931 miles
    Test number
    778365375148
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

  16. Pass46,396 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    46,396 miles
    Test number
    147599164158
    • NoteNearside front inner driveshaft gaiter insecure.

  17. Fail46,396 miles (+6,056)1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,396 miles
    Test number
    157769764132
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • NoteNearside front inner driveshaft gaiter insecure.

  18. Pass40,340 miles (+5,398)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    40,340 miles
    Test number
    757492073125

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass34,942 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    34,942 miles
    Test number
    276114172403
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  20. Fail34,942 miles (+10,387)1 failure4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,942 miles
    Test number
    699734372185
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  21. Pass24,555 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    24,555 miles
    Test number
    695181561123

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB08 XAV

Does LB08 XAV currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB08 XAV is valid until 3 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB08 XAV?
The MOT on LB08 XAV is valid until 3 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB08 XAV done?
LB08 XAV was recorded at 149,723 miles at its MOT on 4 Jul 2026, an average of 8,308 miles a year.
Has LB08 XAV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB08 XAV has failed 5 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Jun 2018.
Has the mileage on LB08 XAV 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 XAV find?
LB08 XAV passed its latest MOT on 4 Jul 2026 with 7 advisories: nearside front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement; nearside headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output; offside front anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play, and 4 more.

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