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AE57 ULC

2008 Kia Ceed

Grey Diesel 1582cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jul 2014
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

50,756 mi
Last recorded50,756 miles
Recorded on23 Jul 2013
Typical for 2008 Kia Ceed69,721 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE57 ULC
MakeKia
ModelCeed
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,582cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Jul 2013 50,756 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2012 42,332 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2011 30,464 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2011 30,454 miles

Rear fog lamp obviously incorrectly positioned (1.3.2a)

How Reliable is the Kia Ceed?

Based on 1,665,385 MOT tests across 147,843 vehicles.

76.1%
Pass Rate
6,838
Miles/Year
19
Year Lifespan
147,843
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 17,111
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 10,158
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 10,091
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AE57 ULC is a 2008 Kia Ceed in Grey with a 1,582cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2008 Kia Ceed models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.2% with a typical mileage of 69,721 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Kia Ceed fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 17,111 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AE57 ULC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kia Ceed typically stays on UK roads for around 19 years. At 18 years old, this Kia Ceed is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of AE57 ULC?

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What year was AE57 ULC registered?

AE57 ULC is a 2008 Kia Ceed, first registered on 31 December 2008.

Is AE57 ULC safe to buy?

The MOT history for AE57 ULC shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does AE57 ULC have outstanding finance?

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