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Kia Ceed

Black · Diesel · 2008 · 1,582 cc

LR08 SEOMOT history

LR08 SEO is a black diesel Kia Ceed first used on 18 Mar 2008. Its MOT is valid until 18 Mar 2027 and it has passed 16 of 23 MOT tests, with 207,770 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Mar 2026.

LR08 SEO black Kia Ceed – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Kia Ceed, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 18 Mar 2027
Mileage
207,770 mi
At MOT on 14 Mar 2026
MOT tests
23
16 passed · 7 failed
Per year
10,630 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR08 SEO
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
18 Mar 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 18 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
14 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR08 SEO was last recorded at 207,770 miles on 14 Mar 2026, 75 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Mar 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
207,695 miles · 2 Mar 2026
Between the last two tests
75 miles
Average per year
10,630 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 207,770 miles
  • 2025 – 204,390 miles
  • 2024 – 198,131 miles
  • 2023 – 189,966 miles
  • 2022 – 179,692 miles
  • 2021 – 173,020 miles
  • 2020 – 169,005 miles
  • 2019 – 149,033 miles
  • 2018 – 126,863 miles
  • 2017 – 114,342 miles
  • 2016 – 101,851 miles
  • 2015 – 94,895 miles
  • 2014 – 83,446 miles
  • 2013 – 74,224 miles
  • 2012 – 62,404 miles
  • 2011 – 48,106 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass207,770 miles
  • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp insecure (4.7.1 (c) (i))
  • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryCentral Rear Towbar component corroded, but not excessively (6.1.6 (a))
  • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all four (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting corroded but its strength is not seriously reduced (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting corroded but its strength is not seriously reduced (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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.

  • Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor6 MOTs, 2020–2026

  • Parking brake efficiency below requirements

    Major2 MOTs, 2020–2025

  • Coil spring corroded All 4 springs

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2024

Full MOT history

23 tests since 7 Mar 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass207,770 miles (+75)2 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    207,770 miles
    Test number
    791985361100
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp insecure (4.7.1 (c) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Towbar component corroded, but not excessively (6.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all four (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting corroded but its strength is not seriously reduced (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting corroded but its strength is not seriously reduced (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  2. Fail207,695 miles (+3,305)2 major2 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    207,695 miles
    Test number
    897302503898
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit 0.65 (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp insecure (4.7.1 (c) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all four (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryTowbar component corroded, but not excessively (6.1.6 (a))

  3. Pass204,390 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    204,390 miles
    Test number
    316439011855
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • Advisory3/and a half litres of oil added to perform test

  4. Fail204,389 miles (+6,258)3 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    204,389 miles
    Test number
    718901931852
    • MajorBrake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • Advisory3/and a half litres of oil added to perform test
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge only just meeting required depth and age deterioration (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge only just meeting required depth and age deterioration (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass198,131 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    198,131 miles
    Test number
    234638614643
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded All 4 springs (5.3.1 (b) (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 inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  6. Fail198,129 miles (+8,163)3 major10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    198,129 miles
    Test number
    909150122126
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps Both (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded All 4 springs (5.3.1 (b) (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 inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass189,966 miles1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    189,966 miles
    Test number
    746283580438
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded All 4 Springs (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  8. Fail189,966 miles (+10,274)2 dangerous2 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    189,966 miles
    Test number
    865576515778
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded All 4 Springs (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass179,692 miles1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    179,692 miles
    Test number
    889117704252
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre tread is low on the inside
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryAttention to the parking brake adjustment

  10. Fail179,692 miles (+6,672)2 dangerous1 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    179,692 miles
    Test number
    882727671905
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre tread is low on the inside
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryAttention to the parking brake adjustment

  11. Pass173,020 miles (+4,015)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    173,020 miles
    Test number
    705037216227
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all 4 (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi to center joint (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2 mm & inner edge heavily worn (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2 mm & inner edge worn (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear shock absorber corroded
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both rear trailing arms (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  12. Pass169,005 miles (+74)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    169,005 miles
    Test number
    927143213442
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  13. Fail168,931 miles (+19,898)1 dangerous5 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    168,931 miles
    Test number
    471704660036
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre cracking (5.2.3 (e))

  14. Pass149,033 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    149,033 miles
    Test number
    342529834367
    • AdvisoryAttention to parking brake adj

  15. Fail149,033 miles (+22,170)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    149,033 miles
    Test number
    389697810249
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryAttention to parking brake adj

  16. Pass126,863 miles (+12,521)
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    126,863 miles
    Test number
    931332739446

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass114,342 miles (+12,491)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    114,342 miles
    Test number
    123054102587
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass101,851 miles (+6,956)
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    101,851 miles
    Test number
    802527218924

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass94,895 miles (+11,449)
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    94,895 miles
    Test number
    395917555069

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass83,446 miles (+9,222)
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    83,446 miles
    Test number
    689148154082

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass74,224 miles (+11,820)
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    74,224 miles
    Test number
    179516763069

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass62,404 miles (+14,298)
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    62,404 miles
    Test number
    316492272091

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass48,106 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    48,106 miles
    Test number
    495416661008

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LR08 SEO

Does LR08 SEO currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LR08 SEO is valid until 18 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on LR08 SEO?
The MOT on LR08 SEO is valid until 18 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LR08 SEO done?
LR08 SEO was recorded at 207,770 miles at its MOT on 14 Mar 2026, an average of 10,630 miles a year.
Has LR08 SEO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR08 SEO has failed 7 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on LR08 SEO 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 LR08 SEO find?
LR08 SEO passed its latest MOT on 14 Mar 2026 with 2 minor defects and 10 advisories: nearside rear registration plate lamp insecure; offside rear registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; central rear towbar component corroded, but not excessively, and 9 more.

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