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BN59 DFX

2009 Kia Ceed

Black Diesel 1582cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Sep 2026
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

57,722 mi
Last recorded57,722 miles
Recorded on10 Sep 2025
Typical for 2009 Kia Ceed66,475 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN59 DFX
MakeKia
ModelCeed
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,582cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Sep 2025 57,722 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2025 57,722 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 27 Sep 2024 57,241 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2023 55,247 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2022 52,070 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2021 46,054 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2020 42,292 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2020 42,292 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 22 Aug 2019 39,258 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Nearside Front inner cv gaiter slightly loose and leaking grease

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

Pass 19 Sep 2018 36,819 miles
Fail 19 Sep 2018 36,819 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 19 Sep 2017 34,384 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Pass 22 Sep 2016 31,593 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2015 28,533 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2014 22,801 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 27 Aug 2013 15,943 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2012
Fail 14 Sep 2012 12,126 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

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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BN59 DFX is a 2009 Kia Ceed in Black with a 1,582cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 2009 Kia Ceed models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.6% with a typical mileage of 66,475 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 BN59 DFX, 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 17 years old, this Kia Ceed is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BN59 DFX registered?

BN59 DFX is a 2009 Kia Ceed, first registered on 18 September 2009.

Is BN59 DFX safe to buy?

The MOT history for BN59 DFX shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does BN59 DFX have outstanding finance?

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