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 17 MOT tests on record, passing 16 and failing once (94% pass rate). It has 94,820 miles on the clock, averaging 5,455 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 LFS
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 94,820 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 2,516 |
| Average per year | 5,455 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 17 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 LFS |
| 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 LFS
What car is SM08 LFS?
SM08 LFS is an blue Kia Ceed, petrol (1591cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2008.
What is the mileage of SM08 LFS?
The last recorded mileage for SM08 LFS was 94,820 miles, recorded on 13 Aug 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SM08 LFS passed its MOT?
SM08 LFS has had 17 MOT tests with an 94% pass rate (16 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 13 Aug 2026.
Is SM08 LFS ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SM08 LFS 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 LFS?
SM08 LFS is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.