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Kia Ceed

Black · Diesel · 2008 · 1,582 cc

LC08 XVEMOT history

LC08 XVE is a black diesel Kia Ceed first used on 12 May 2008. Its MOT expired on 7 Sept 2026 and it has passed 15 of 24 MOT tests, with 125,427 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Sept 2026.

LC08 XVE black Kia Ceed – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Kia Ceed, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 7 Sept 2026
Mileage
125,427 mi
At MOT on 4 Sept 2026
MOT tests
24
15 passed · 9 failed
Per year
5,864 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LC08 XVE
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Kia
Model
Ceed
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,582 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
12 May 2008
MOT status
MOT expired on 7 Sept 2026
Latest MOT test
4 Sept 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

LC08 XVE was last recorded at 125,427 miles on 4 Sept 2026, 1,561 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Sept 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 27 Aug 2024: 117,952 miles, lower than 124,656 miles on 30 Aug 2022.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
123,866 miles · 3 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
1,561 miles
Average per year
5,864 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 125,427 miles
  • 2025 – 123,866 miles
  • 2024 – 117,952 miles
  • 2022 – 124,656 miles
  • 2021 – 109,554 miles
  • 2020 – 107,219 miles
  • 2019 – 96,257 miles
  • 2018 – 91,337 miles
  • 2017 – 85,197 miles
  • 2016 – 78,874 miles
  • 2015 – 73,289 miles
  • 2014 – 64,696 miles
  • 2013 – 53,074 miles
  • 2012 – 46,201 miles
  • 2011 – 35,475 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail125,427 miles
  • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • MajorRear Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
  • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
  • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated inner and outer (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened strut (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened strut (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive strut top mounting area inner arch/under bonnet strut tower (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened both rear shocks (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryStop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisorySuspension component corroded but not seriously weakened general corrosion throughout (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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.

  • Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2016–2018

  • Coil spring corroded all 4x coil springs

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Rear Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Rear sub frame corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Front coil spring corroded o/s & n/s (2.4.C.1b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement o/s & n/s (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

24 tests since 3 May 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail125,427 miles (+1,561)1 dangerous3 major1 repaired2 minor15 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,427 miles
    Test number
    198897270344
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated inner and outer (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened strut (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened strut (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive strut top mounting area inner arch/under bonnet strut tower (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened both rear shocks (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryStop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisorySuspension component corroded but not seriously weakened general corrosion throughout (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass123,866 miles (+5,914)
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    123,866 miles
    Test number
    700845393230

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass117,952 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    117,952 miles
    Test number
    336567710170
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened rear subframe has been waxoiyld (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. PassMileage not read2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    703321862505
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  5. Pass124,656 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    124,656 miles
    Test number
    842044551881

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail112,128 miles (+2,574)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,128 miles
    Test number
    411151228557
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

  7. Pass109,554 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    109,554 miles
    Test number
    334143267164
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all 4 coil springs corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  8. Fail109,554 miles (+2,335)1 repaired6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,554 miles
    Test number
    840270609794
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all 4 coil springs corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  9. Pass107,219 miles (+1)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    107,219 miles
    Test number
    606528888177
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all 4x coil springs (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear sub frame corroded but not seriously weakened

  10. Fail107,218 miles (+10,961)3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,218 miles
    Test number
    174707038931
    • MajorFront Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting sub frame corroded and seriously weakened (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorFront Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all 4x coil springs (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear sub frame corroded but not seriously weakened

  11. Pass96,257 miles (+4,920)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    96,257 miles
    Test number
    285364212915
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded o/s & n/s (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing wearing low inner tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded o/s & n/s (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement o/s & n/s trailing arm bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  12. Pass91,337 miles (+3)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    91,337 miles
    Test number
    845062444674
    • AdvisoryFront coil spring corroded o/s & n/s (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wearing on inner edge
    • AdvisoryRear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement o/s & n/s (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded o/s & n/s (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

  13. Fail91,334 miles (+6,137)3 failures8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,334 miles
    Test number
    320738701340
    • FailureNearside Front Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Front Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryFront both front tyres wearing on inner edge
    • AdvisoryFront coil spring corroded o/s & n/s (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre has small splits between tread and perishing
    • AdvisoryRear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement o/s & n/s (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded o/s & n/s (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

  14. Pass85,197 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    85,197 miles
    Test number
    640265701649
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Trailing 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 Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryO/s/f wheel slightly distorted inner rim
    • AdvisorySlight knock through steering - no freeplay

  15. Fail85,195 miles (+6,321)1 failure6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,195 miles
    Test number
    395951845795
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Trailing 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 Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryO/s/f wheel slightly distorted inner rim
    • AdvisorySlight knock through steering - no freeplay

  16. Pass78,874 miles (+16)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    78,874 miles
    Test number
    140370899667
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisorySlight play in steering nearside and offside!!
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

  17. Fail78,858 miles (+5,569)2 dangerous1 failure5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,858 miles
    Test number
    999375823160
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisorySlight play in steering nearside and offside!!
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

  18. Pass73,289 miles (+8,593)
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    73,289 miles
    Test number
    298486665099

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass64,696 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    64,696 miles
    Test number
    508509274080
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  20. Fail64,696 miles (+11,622)3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,696 miles
    Test number
    347218574005
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside front brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)
    • FailureOffside front brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  21. Pass53,074 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    53,074 miles
    Test number
    179279673078
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  22. Fail53,072 miles (+6,871)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,072 miles
    Test number
    499549473015
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  23. Pass46,201 miles (+10,726)
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2013
    Odometer
    46,201 miles
    Test number
    506183242155

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass35,475 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2012
    Odometer
    35,475 miles
    Test number
    135973821111

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LC08 XVE

Does LC08 XVE currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LC08 XVE expired on 7 Sept 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LC08 XVE?
The MOT on LC08 XVE expired on 7 Sept 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LC08 XVE done?
LC08 XVE was recorded at 125,427 miles at its MOT on 4 Sept 2026, an average of 5,864 miles a year.
Has LC08 XVE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LC08 XVE has failed 9 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on LC08 XVE ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 27 Aug 2024. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LC08 XVE find?
LC08 XVE failed its latest MOT on 4 Sept 2026 with 1 dangerous defect, 3 major defects, 1 defect repaired at the test, 2 minor defects and 15 advisories: nearside rear tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure; offside rear lower suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened; rear sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened, and 19 more.

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