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Kia Magentis

Black · Petrol · 2008 · 1,998 cc

LB08 XCJMOT history

LB08 XCJ is a black petrol Kia Magentis first used on 30 Jun 2008. Its MOT expired on 10 Oct 2026 and it has passed 14 of 18 MOT tests, with 72,291 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Oct 2026.

MOT
Expired
On 10 Oct 2026
Mileage
72,291 mi
At MOT on 10 Oct 2026
MOT tests
18
14 passed · 4 failed
Per year
3,637 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB08 XCJ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Kia
Model
Magentis
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,998 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
30 Jun 2008
MOT status
MOT expired on 10 Oct 2026
Latest MOT test
10 Oct 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

LB08 XCJ was last recorded at 72,291 miles on 10 Oct 2026, 1,233 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
71,058 miles · 11 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
1,233 miles
Average per year
3,637 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 72,291 miles
  • 2025 – 71,058 miles
  • 2024 – 66,178 miles
  • 2023 – 65,240 miles
  • 2022 – 64,589 miles
  • 2021 – 63,705 miles
  • 2019 – 62,078 miles
  • 2018 – 59,694 miles
  • 2017 – 58,677 miles
  • 2016 – 56,605 miles
  • 2015 – 48,557 miles
  • 2014 – 45,123 miles
  • 2013 – 35,135 miles
  • 2012 – 25,060 miles
  • 2011 – 16,771 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail72,291 miles
  • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
  • MajorFront Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced both side (4.1.4 (b))
  • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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.

  • Underbody corroded

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Under body corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2024

Full MOT history

18 tests since 5 Jul 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail72,291 miles (+1,233)1 dangerous6 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,291 miles
    Test number
    888038198771
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorFront Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced both side (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside 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 Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (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 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass71,058 miles (+4,880)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    71,058 miles
    Test number
    627212256650
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both side (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both side (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension rod ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both side (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear axle corroded

  3. Pass66,178 miles (+25)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2025
    Odometer
    66,178 miles
    Test number
    168503935316
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both side front lower arms (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySeat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed driver seat (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryUnder body corroded

  4. Fail66,153 miles (+913)1 dangerous3 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,153 miles
    Test number
    621085413569
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both side front lower front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder body corroded

  5. Pass65,240 miles (+651)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    65,240 miles
    Test number
    311029923462
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (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 (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) both front
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced front to rear (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  6. Pass64,589 miles (+5)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    64,589 miles
    Test number
    148512453722
    • AdvisoryUnderbody corroded

  7. Fail64,584 miles (+879)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,584 miles
    Test number
    971143442977
    • 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 Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryUnderbody corroded

  8. Pass63,705 miles (+1,627)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    63,705 miles
    Test number
    400316815048
    • MinorFront Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated both (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn both side rear bushes (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnderbody corroded

  9. Pass62,078 miles (+2,384)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    62,078 miles
    Test number
    224935300048

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass59,694 miles (+1,017)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    59,694 miles
    Test number
    384082040205
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUndertray & engine cover fitted

  11. Pass58,677 miles (+2,072)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    58,677 miles
    Test number
    190808363059
    • AdvisoryEngine cover fitted
    • AdvisoryNearside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  12. Pass56,605 miles (+8,048)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    56,605 miles
    Test number
    506960038757
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre is wearing on inside edge
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  13. Pass48,557 miles (+3,434)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    48,557 miles
    Test number
    225704775498

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass45,123 miles (+9,988)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    45,123 miles
    Test number
    699367794130

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass35,135 miles (+32)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    35,135 miles
    Test number
    856902093138
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  16. Fail35,103 miles (+10,043)3 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,103 miles
    Test number
    327059983163
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  17. Pass25,060 miles (+8,289)1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    25,060 miles
    Test number
    167712102241
    • NoteBoth front tyres worn close to 1.6 mm limit

  18. Pass16,771 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    16,771 miles
    Test number
    479546081158
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Questions about LB08 XCJ

Does LB08 XCJ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB08 XCJ expired on 10 Oct 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB08 XCJ?
The MOT on LB08 XCJ expired on 10 Oct 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB08 XCJ done?
LB08 XCJ was recorded at 72,291 miles at its MOT on 10 Oct 2026, an average of 3,637 miles a year.
Has LB08 XCJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB08 XCJ has failed 4 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Oct 2026.
Has the mileage on LB08 XCJ 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 XCJ find?
LB08 XCJ failed its latest MOT on 10 Oct 2026 with 1 dangerous defect, 6 major defects, 1 minor defect and 4 advisories: offside front tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm; front headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced both side; front windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively, and 9 more.

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