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DF08 VNS

2008 Kia Ceed

Black Diesel 1582cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jun 2019
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

130,553 mi
Last recorded130,553 miles
Recorded on4 Jun 2018
Typical for 2008 Kia Ceed69,721 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDF08 VNS
MakeKia
ModelCeed
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,582cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 4 Jun 2018 130,553 miles
Fail 22 May 2018 130,252 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Fail 24 Apr 2018 130,387 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Nearside Rear Inner brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 17 Mar 2017 118,722 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2016 107,874 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2016 107,870 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

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

Pass 28 Mar 2015 93,097 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2014 76,142 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2013 63,019 miles

o/s/r tyre wearing outer edge

Pass 2 Apr 2012 48,151 miles
Fail 2 Apr 2012 48,138 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

Pass 9 Apr 2011 33,420 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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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DF08 VNS is a 2008 Kia Ceed in Black with a 1,582cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 DF08 VNS, 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 DF08 VNS registered?

DF08 VNS is a 2008 Kia Ceed, first registered on 9 April 2008.

Is DF08 VNS safe to buy?

The MOT history for DF08 VNS shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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