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BU16 FVP

2016 Kia Ceed

Red Diesel 1582cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 May 2027
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

85,206 mi
Last recorded85,206 miles
Recorded on2 May 2026
Typical for 2016 Kia Ceed49,381 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU16 FVP
MakeKia
ModelCeed
Year2016
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,582cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 2 May 2026 85,206 miles

Brake pedal travel longer than expected

Pass 22 May 2025 79,299 miles
Pass 24 May 2024 75,994 miles
Pass 26 May 2023 71,662 miles
Pass 5 May 2022 64,977 miles

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

Pass 8 May 2021 59,047 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Measuring 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Measuring 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 18 May 2020 55,712 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Measuring 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Measuring 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Measuring 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both rear tyres perished and wearing on inner edges (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Windscreen wiper blade defective Both blades not fully clearing screen (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 10 Apr 2019 36,675 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

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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BU16 FVP is a 2016 Kia Ceed in Red with a 1,582cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 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 BU16 FVP, 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

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What year was BU16 FVP registered?

BU16 FVP is a 2016 Kia Ceed, first registered on 9 May 2016.

Is BU16 FVP safe to buy?

The MOT history for BU16 FVP shows 8 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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