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AF16 VYV

2016 Kia Ceed

Red Diesel 1582cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Feb 2027
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

125,431 mi
Last recorded125,431 miles
Recorded on2 Feb 2026
Typical for 2016 Kia Ceed49,381 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF16 VYV
MakeKia
ModelCeed
Year2016
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,582cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Feb 2026 125,431 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 2 Feb 2026 125,431 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 11 Feb 2025 116,924 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2024 108,792 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 15 Feb 2023 101,359 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear tyre out of shape on inner edge

Pass 10 Feb 2022 92,233 miles

Offside Rear tyre uneven wear on inner edge

Pass 15 Feb 2021 66,823 miles

Rear Inner Brake pads seem low

Pass 19 Feb 2020 37,709 miles
Fail 18 Feb 2020 37,708 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 20 Feb 2019 19,088 miles

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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AF16 VYV is a 2016 Kia Ceed in Red with a 1,582cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2016 Kia Ceed models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.0% with a typical mileage of 49,381 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 AF16 VYV, 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 10 years old, this Kia Ceed is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of AF16 VYV?

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What year was AF16 VYV registered?

AF16 VYV is a 2016 Kia Ceed, first registered on 30 March 2016.

Is AF16 VYV safe to buy?

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