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DG08 KMM

2008 Kia Ceed

Black Diesel 1582cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Mar 2026
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

105,708 mi
Last recorded105,708 miles
Recorded on4 Mar 2025
Typical for 2008 Kia Ceed69,721 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG08 KMM
MakeKia
ModelCeed
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,582cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 4 Mar 2025 105,708 miles

Front Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Rear Coil spring corroded both and suspension arms (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 7 Mar 2024 103,962 miles

Hand brake has slight travel but able to reach requirements

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Fail 7 Mar 2024 103,961 miles

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Service brake excessively fluctuating both (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 15 Feb 2023 101,231 miles

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Fail 15 Feb 2023 101,229 miles

Battery insecure and likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 17 Feb 2022 98,942 miles

Offside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

play at o/ steering arm inner joint

Pass 1 Mar 2021 95,191 miles

Nearside steering arm freeplay

Pass 28 Feb 2020 91,761 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 28 Feb 2019 85,809 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted on bead lip (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted bead lip (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Fail 28 Feb 2019 85,807 miles

Battery insecure and likely to cause a short circuit (4.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Brakes imbalanced across an axle by more than 50% lower (1.2.1 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear wheel slightly damaged

Offside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted bead lip (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 2 Mar 2018 76,991 miles
Fail 1 Mar 2018 76,985 miles

Stop lamp not working all (1.2.1b) DANGEROUS

Pass 3 Mar 2017 68,741 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Fail 2 Mar 2017 68,737 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 3 Mar 2016 60,700 miles

Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

nearside rear wheel damaged on out edge

offside rear wheel damaged on inner edge and slight out of shape

slight free play in rack arms

Fail 3 Mar 2016 60,699 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

nearside rear wheel damaged on out edge

offside rear wheel damaged on inner edge and slight out of shape

slight free play in rack arms

Pass 19 Mar 2015 52,917 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 3 Apr 2014 45,903 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2013 37,618 miles

all brake pads worn/wearing

lower covers

Pass 29 Mar 2012 28,263 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2011 19,399 miles

How Reliable is the Kia Ceed?

Based on 1,665,385 MOT tests across 147,843 vehicles.

76.1%
Pass Rate
6,838
Miles/Year
19
Year Lifespan
147,843
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 17,111
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 10,158
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 10,091
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DG08 KMM is a 2008 Kia Ceed in Black with a 1,582cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 2008 Kia Ceed models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.2% with a typical mileage of 69,721 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Kia Ceed fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 17,111 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DG08 KMM, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kia Ceed typically stays on UK roads for around 19 years. At 18 years old, this Kia Ceed is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was DG08 KMM registered?

DG08 KMM is a 2008 Kia Ceed, first registered on 28 March 2008.

Is DG08 KMM safe to buy?

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