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DE09 KGU

2009 Kia Ceed

Red Diesel 1582cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Mar 2020
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

119,991 mi
Last recorded119,991 miles
Recorded on21 Mar 2019
Typical for 2009 Kia Ceed66,475 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDE09 KGU
MakeKia
ModelCeed
Year2009
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,582cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Mar 2019 119,991 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2019 119,991 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 26 Mar 2018 116,072 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2018 116,072 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Front position lamp(s) not working both (1.1.A.3b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 17 Mar 2017 109,045 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2016 104,928 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2015 96,998 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2014 82,327 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint is slightly worn (2.5.C.1b)

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 17 Apr 2013 63,963 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2012 50,866 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2012 50,866 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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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DE09 KGU is a 2009 Kia Ceed in Red with a 1,582cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 DE09 KGU, 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.

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What year was DE09 KGU registered?

DE09 KGU is a 2009 Kia Ceed, first registered on 24 April 2009.

Is DE09 KGU safe to buy?

The MOT history for DE09 KGU shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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