Vehicle summary
ULEZ status is estimated based on fuel type and registration year. It may not reflect the actual emission standard of this vehicle. Check with TfL for a definitive answer.
At a glance
This 2008 Kia Ceed Petrol 1591cc has had 13 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 4 (69% pass rate). It has 80,491 miles on the clock, averaging 7,093 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. The 2.0 CVVT engine is known for g4fc and vvt oil control valve.
MOT & Mileage History for SM08 LFN
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 80,491 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 7,093 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 13 tests on record
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Reported issues for this Kia Ceed
These are the most commonly reported problems on Kia Ceed models (2007–2012), based on owner reports and workshop data across the UK.
G4FC
VVT Oil Control Valve (solenoid/valve assembly)
Clogs with oil sludge/varnish, restricting oil flow to the cam phaser, or solenoid coil fails electrically.
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | SM08 LFN |
| Make | Kia |
| Model | Ceed |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1591cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SM — Edinburgh, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 08 — March 2008 to August 2008 |
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About SM08 LFN
What car is SM08 LFN?
SM08 LFN is an blue Kia Ceed, petrol (1591cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2008.
What is the mileage of SM08 LFN?
The last recorded mileage for SM08 LFN was 80,491 miles, recorded on 3 May 2019 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SM08 LFN passed its MOT?
SM08 LFN has had 13 MOT tests with a 69% pass rate (9 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 3 May 2019.
Is SM08 LFN ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SM08 LFN is likely ULEZ compliant. Petrol post-2005 (Euro 4). This is an estimate based on typical emission standards — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker for a definitive answer.
How old is SM08 LFN?
SM08 LFN is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.