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DF16 EVL

2016 Kia Ceed

Red Diesel 1582cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Dec 2026
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

73,933 mi
Last recorded73,933 miles
Recorded on18 Nov 2025
Typical for 2016 Kia Ceed49,381 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDF16 EVL
MakeKia
ModelCeed
Year2016
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,582cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 18 Nov 2025 73,933 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Slight stepped inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

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

Pass 12 Dec 2024 65,355 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2023 57,161 miles

under trays obscuring some parts front+rear

Pass 17 Nov 2022 51,894 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2021 46,019 miles

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

under trays obscuring some parts front+rear

Pass 13 Nov 2020 41,770 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 2 May 2019 32,672 miles

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

Front 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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DF16 EVL is a 2016 Kia Ceed in Red with a 1,582cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 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 DF16 EVL, 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

How do I check the history of DF16 EVL?

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What year was DF16 EVL registered?

DF16 EVL is a 2016 Kia Ceed, first registered on 20 May 2016.

Is DF16 EVL safe to buy?

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