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SM08 LFS

2008 Kia Ceed

Blue Petrol 1591cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Apr 2026
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

92,304 mi
Last recorded92,304 miles
Recorded on17 Mar 2025
Typical for 2008 Kia Ceed69,721 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSM08 LFS
MakeKia
ModelCeed
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,591cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Mar 2025 92,304 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2024 85,161 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2023 75,375 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2022 66,799 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2021 56,308 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2020 46,808 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2019 30,912 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2018 20,324 miles
Pass 15 May 2017 19,334 miles
Pass 11 May 2016 18,473 miles
Pass 20 May 2015 17,179 miles
Pass 16 May 2014 15,930 miles
Fail 16 May 2014 15,928 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 22 May 2013 14,568 miles
Pass 28 May 2012 13,265 miles
Pass 25 May 2011 11,789 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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SM08 LFS is a 2008 Kia Ceed in Blue with a 1,591cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 SM08 LFS, 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

How do I check the history of SM08 LFS?

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What year was SM08 LFS registered?

SM08 LFS is a 2008 Kia Ceed, first registered on 29 May 2008.

Is SM08 LFS safe to buy?

The MOT history for SM08 LFS shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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