Official DVLA Record
MOT Valid

2008 KIA Ceed 1.6L Diesel · DS08 YFE

DS08 YFE

2008 KIA Ceed (1.6L, diesel). First registered 30/06/2008. Recorded mileage 193,581 miles. MOT valid until 06/06/2027.

Make & Model
KIA CEED
Year / Origin
2008 · Shrewsbury
Safety Recall
Unknown
MOT Status
Valid until 06/06/2027
Road Tax
—
Recorded Mileage
193,581 mi
ULEZ Compliance
Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
Fuel & Engine
Diesel · 1.6L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults
MOT Status
Valid
Valid until 06/06/2027
Tax Status
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Fuel Type
Diesel
Year
2008
Engine
1582cc

DS08 YFE Key Findings

  • 5 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 16/05/2026
  • 193,581 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 2 historical MOT failures
  • 3 defects noted at the latest MOT
  • Recurring suspension items (4 mentions)

Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.

MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
70
/ 100 · Average
DVSA Test Records Evaluated

MOT Roadworthiness: Average

This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.

✓ Valid MOT
! Tax Status Unknown
! Average MOT pass rate (60%)
! Older vehicle
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DS08 YFE Mileage History

  1. 20/05/2024162,690 mi
  2. 27/05/2025181,254 mi+18,564 mi
  3. 28/05/2025181,256 mi+2 mi
  4. 16/05/2026193,581 mi+12,325 mi
  5. 16/05/2026193,581 mi

Average of roughly 15,544 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

DS08 YFE MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 16 Sept 2026, 16:06
MOT Analysis

Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2008 Kia Ceed (DS08 YFE) between May 2024 and May 2026.

The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.

The most recent test on 16 May 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (4 issues), Brakes (2 issues), Steering (1 issue), Windscreen (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 6 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.

Recorded failure items include: “Offside Front Suspension component ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))”; “Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))”; “Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))”.

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