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SB08 XWM

2008 Kia Ceed

Red Petrol 1591cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jun 2026
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

147,917 mi
Last recorded147,917 miles
Recorded on10 Jun 2025
Typical for 2008 Kia Ceed69,721 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSB08 XWM
MakeKia
ModelCeed
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,591cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Jun 2025 147,917 miles
Fail 24 May 2025 147,841 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2024 146,377 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2023 143,610 miles
Pass 28 May 2022 139,874 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2021 136,368 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2019 120,423 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2018 105,298 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2017 92,755 miles
Pass 22 May 2015 67,660 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2014 55,893 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2013 42,832 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2013 42,701 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Front registration plate delaminated (6.3.1d)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Rear rear brake juddering severely (3.7.A.5b)

Pass 10 May 2012 27,449 miles
Pass 19 May 2011 21,497 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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SB08 XWM is a 2008 Kia Ceed in Red with a 1,591cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 SB08 XWM, 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 SB08 XWM registered?

SB08 XWM is a 2008 Kia Ceed, first registered on 4 June 2008.

Is SB08 XWM safe to buy?

The MOT history for SB08 XWM shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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