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BT08 UBX

2008 Kia Ceed

Red Petrol 1591cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jun 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

32,687 mi
Last recorded32,687 miles
Recorded on23 Jun 2026
Typical for 2008 Kia Ceed69,721 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBT08 UBX
MakeKia
ModelCeed
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,591cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Jun 2026 32,687 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2025 26,618 miles

Rear all 4 hub heavily corraded but don't effect it

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all 4 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view stone chip (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Oct 2020 26,607 miles

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

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

Pass 29 Aug 2019 26,602 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin particularly inner pads (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective both sides poor (3.4 (b) (i))

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

Offside Rear Nail in tyre

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All four tyres cracked and perished - fronts outer edge very poor (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

front bumper at n/s/front corner slight damage and partially insecure

strongly advise 4 tyres due to age and condition

Pass 19 Apr 2018 26,106 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2017 23,450 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 22 Apr 2016 20,463 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 22 Apr 2016 20,463 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 11 May 2015 17,520 miles
Pass 30 May 2014 15,645 miles
Pass 20 May 2013 12,961 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2012 10,604 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2011 8,308 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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BT08 UBX is a 2008 Kia Ceed in Red with a 1,591cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 BT08 UBX, 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

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What year was BT08 UBX registered?

BT08 UBX is a 2008 Kia Ceed, first registered on 14 June 2008.

Is BT08 UBX safe to buy?

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