2008 Kia ProCeed — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 851 MOT tests, the 2008 Kia ProCeed recorded a 72.4% pass rate. Against all cars of a similar age (26.1% fail rate), the 2008 ProCeed comes out 1.5pp worse. Failures cluster in lighting & signalling, brakes and suspension.
What the MOT record shows
Lighting & signalling dominates the failure mix at 20.4% of all tests — 6.0 points clear of brakes, so it is the first thing to check.
At component level the recurring items are position lamp, stop lamp and headlamp aim — position lamp alone was recorded 88 times.
Mileage matters less than usual here: the 2008 ProCeed fails 22.0% of the time in the 30-60k band and 25.0% at 150k+, a spread of only 3.0 points.
Advisories point at the next bill rather than this one: suspension was flagged on 45.0% of tests without failing them.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lighting & signalling | 20.4% | 174 |
| 2 | Brakes | 14.4% | 123 |
| 3 | Suspension | 14.1% | 120 |
| 4 | Tyres | 8.5% | 72 |
| 5 | Visibility | 6.9% | 59 |
| 6 | Steering | 4.7% | 40 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Position lamp | 88 |
| 2 | Stop lamp | 66 |
| 3 | Headlamp aim | 64 |
| 4 | Service brake performance | 61 |
| 5 | Tread depth | 59 |
| 6 | Ball joint | 59 |
Top advisory categories
Advisories aren't failures, but they flag work likely needed soon — useful when budgeting.
| # | Category | % of tests with advisory | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Suspension | 45.0% | 383 |
| 2 | Brakes | 33.6% | 286 |
| 3 | Tyres | 32.2% | 274 |
| 4 | Lighting & signalling | 17.5% | 149 |
| 5 | Other defects | 16.1% | 137 |
| 6 | Body, structure & corrosion | 15.8% | 134 |
Failure rate by mileage
Higher-mileage cars tend to fail more — often the most useful guide to real condition.
| Mileage band | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 30-60k | 59 | 22.0% |
| 60-90k | 182 | 26.9% |
| 90-120k | 329 | 29.8% |
| 120-150k | 206 | 27.7% |
| 150k+ | 72 | 25.0% |
Failure rate by age
By fuel type
| Fuel | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| Diesel | 570 | 27.7% |
| Petrol | 281 | 27.4% |
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 236 | 28.4% |
| 2022 | 195 | 25.6% |
| 2023 | 170 | 23.5% |
| 2024 | 146 | 32.2% |
| 2025 | 104 | 29.8% |
What to check before buying a 2008 ProCeed
On a 2008 ProCeed, lighting & signalling is what the MOT record says goes wrong most — it appeared in 20.4% of tests. Check these areas before you commit.
- Lighting & signalling (20.4% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
- Brakes (14.4% of tests): Pads/discs are routine wear; binding, imbalance or corroded pipes are more serious — test for pulling under braking. Typical repair: £100–£350 per axle.
- Suspension (14.1% of tests): Worn drop links, bushes, springs or shocks — listen for knocks over bumps and check for uneven tyre wear. Typical repair: £150–£450 per corner.
Repair costs are rough UK ballpark ranges to set expectations, not quotes — actual prices vary widely by car, parts and garage.
Frequently asked questions
How many 2008 Kia ProCeeds pass their MOT?
72.4% of the 851 2008 Kia ProCeed MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 27.6% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2008 Kia ProCeed?
Lighting & signalling, recorded in 20.4% of tests, followed by brakes (14.4%).
Does the 2008 ProCeed get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 22.0% in the 30-60k band to 25.0% in the 150k+ band.
Methodology & source. Based on 851 MOT tests. Dataset: DVSA MOT testing data (2021,2022,2023,2024,2025). Data last updated 2026-07-27. Figures reflect MOT-testable defects only — read the methodology for how these are calculated and what they don't measure.