The road tax status for SM08 SCZ is recorded as available on IsItAGoodCar.

When is the MOT due for SM08 SCZ?

The MOT for SM08 SCZ is valid and due for renewal on or before 13 October 2025.

What is the recorded mileage of SM08 SCZ?

The recorded mileage for SM08 SCZ is 117,572 miles, recorded at its most recent DVSA MOT test.

Is SM08 SCZ ULEZ compliant?

No, SM08 SCZ does not meet standard ULEZ emissions requirements and would incur a daily charge when driven within the London Ultra Low Emission Zone.

Official DVLA Record

2008 KIA RIO 1.5L Diesel · SM08 SCZ

SM08 SCZ

2008 KIA RIO (1.5L, diesel). First registered 14/06/2008. Recorded mileage 117,572 miles. MOT status: Expired.

Make & Model: KIA RIO
Year / Origin: 2008 · Edinburgh
MOT Status: Valid until 13/10/2025
Road Tax: —
Recorded Mileage: 117,572 mi
ULEZ Compliance: Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
Fuel & Engine: Diesel · 1.5L
Reliability Guide: Common Faults

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Mileage: 117,572 mi
Fuel Type: Diesel
Year: 2008
Engine: 1493cc

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SM08 SCZ Key Findings

5 MOT tests recorded
Latest MOT failed on 24/09/2025
117,572 miles recorded at latest MOT
2 historical MOT failures
14 defects noted at the latest MOT
Recurring suspension items (8 mentions)

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis

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MOT Roadworthiness: Poor

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! Average MOT pass rate (60%)

✗ 2 dangerous defects found recently

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SM08 SCZ Mileage History

09/06/202284,139 mi
26/09/202391,218 mi+7,079 mi
14/10/202496,290 mi+5,072 mi
15/10/202496,293 mi+3 mi
24/09/2025117,572 mi+21,279 mi

Average of roughly 10,150 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

SM08 SCZ MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 15 Sept 2026, 14:30

MOT Analysis

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5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2008 Kia Rio (SM08 SCZ) between June 2022 and September 2025.

The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.

The most recent test on 24 September 2025 was a fail; the vehicle has not passed its last recorded MOT.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (8 issues), Brakes (5 issues), Lighting (4 issues), Steering (2 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 3 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 Shock absorbers insecurely attached drop link link mount damaged (5.3.2 (a) (i))”; “Emissions unable to be completed Due to Exhaust leak (8.2.2.2 (e))”; “Nearside Rear Axle fractured (5.1.1 (a))”.

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