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CV16 VTF

2016 Kia Ceed

Red Diesel 1582cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Oct 2026
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

115,687 mi
Last recorded115,687 miles
Recorded on2 Oct 2025
Typical for 2016 Kia Ceed49,381 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCV16 VTF
MakeKia
ModelCeed
Year2016
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,582cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Oct 2025 115,687 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 2 Oct 2025 115,687 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 17 Sep 2024 111,629 miles

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

Nearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 3 Oct 2023 106,434 miles

Manufactures body under trays fitted restricting inspection of components

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 13 Oct 2022 97,766 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement back bush in arm worn & bush debonding within arm no excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre wearing outer edge , tyre stepped inner edge & out of shape (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened light corrosion sub-frame (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened advise light corrosion upper & lower suspension arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear advise both rear disc dust plate covers corroding

Rear advise both rear shock absorbers outer casings corroding

undertrays & trims within prescribed area not allowing full inspection

Pass 13 Oct 2021 86,291 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement back bush in suspension arm debonding & slightly worn no play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement suspension arm bush perishing & worn no play in bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened advise both rear discs pitted / worn inner & outer face of discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

undertrays, sill covers & trims within prescribed area not allowing full inspection

Pass 15 Oct 2020 69,005 miles

Front advise fornt wipers slightly smearing

Rear advise rear dust plate covers corroding

undertrays & trims within prescribed area not allowing full inspection

Pass 31 May 2019 42,427 miles

n/s/r tyre perishing

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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CV16 VTF 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 87.5%.

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 CV16 VTF, 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.

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What year was CV16 VTF registered?

CV16 VTF is a 2016 Kia Ceed, first registered on 31 May 2016.

Is CV16 VTF safe to buy?

The MOT history for CV16 VTF shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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