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DF16 YST

2016 Kia Ceed

Red Diesel 1582cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Apr 2027
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

35,428 mi
Last recorded35,428 miles
Recorded on24 Apr 2026
Typical for 2016 Kia Ceed49,381 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Apr 2026 35,428 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 20 Apr 2026 35,428 miles

Offside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 10 Oct 2025 34,282 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 16 Oct 2024 30,140 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2024 30,119 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both inner and outer sidewalls (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both inner and outer sidewalls (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

engine and underbody covers fitted

Pass 19 Sep 2023 25,880 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2022 21,892 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2022 21,857 miles

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 20 Sep 2021 18,500 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2020 16,277 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2019 14,282 miles

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 YST is a 2016 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 2016 Kia Ceed models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.0% with a typical mileage of 49,381 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 DF16 YST, 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 DF16 YST registered?

DF16 YST is a 2016 Kia Ceed, first registered on 30 June 2016.

Is DF16 YST safe to buy?

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