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DY08 OYU

2008 Kia Ceed

Grey Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Oct 2026
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

105,017 mi
Last recorded105,017 miles
Recorded on28 Oct 2025
Typical for 2008 Kia Ceed69,721 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDY08 OYU
MakeKia
ModelCeed
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 28 Oct 2025 105,017 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm with inner and outer wear (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm with inner edge wear (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Fail 28 Oct 2025 105,017 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm with inner and outer wear (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm with inner edge wear (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 1 Oct 2024 95,322 miles

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

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

Fail 27 Sep 2024 95,322 miles

Central Obligatory mirror missing (3.3 (a))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

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

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

Pass 6 Sep 2023 88,308 miles

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

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 6 Sep 2023 88,307 miles

Nearside Front Steering locking device missing Track Rod End (2.1.3 (d))

Nearside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

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

Offside Front Steering locking device missing Track Rod End (2.1.3 (d))

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

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 15 Sep 2022 82,577 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2021 76,212 miles

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

Offside Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Jun 2020 67,988 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2020 67,988 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Jun 2019 63,820 miles

Nearside Front Inner CV boot minor grease leak

Offside Front Inner CV boot minor grease leak

Pass 21 Jun 2018 59,372 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 27 Jun 2017 54,270 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2016 49,751 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2016 49,751 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 21 May 2015 44,425 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 18 May 2014 40,780 miles

slight grease leak from n/s inner cv boot

unable to view rear brake pads fully

Pass 13 May 2013 36,772 miles
Pass 17 May 2012 29,683 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2011 17,607 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2011 16,433 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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DY08 OYU is a 2008 Kia Ceed in Grey with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 DY08 OYU, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was DY08 OYU registered?

DY08 OYU is a 2008 Kia Ceed, first registered on 18 March 2008.

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