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 Diesel 1582cc has had 20 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 6 (70% pass rate). It has 144,249 miles on the clock, averaging 7,375 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.6 CRDi engine is known for d4fb.
MOT & Mileage History for SY08 UBU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 144,249 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 8,613 |
| Average per year | 7,375 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 20 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.
D4FB
Carbon clogging leads to valve sticking; DPF fails to regen properly on short trips.
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | SY08 UBU |
| Make | Kia |
| Model | Ceed |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1582cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SY — Inverness, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 08 — March 2008 to August 2008 |
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About SY08 UBU
What car is SY08 UBU?
SY08 UBU is an grey Kia Ceed, diesel (1582cc). First registered in Inverness in 2008.
What is the mileage of SY08 UBU?
The last recorded mileage for SY08 UBU was 144,249 miles, recorded on 15 Dec 2023 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SY08 UBU passed its MOT?
SY08 UBU has had 20 MOT tests with a 70% pass rate (14 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 15 Dec 2023.
Is SY08 UBU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SY08 UBU is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2008, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is SY08 UBU?
SY08 UBU is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.