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DS16 KGJ

2016 Kia Ceed

Red Diesel 1582cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Dec 2026
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

66,288 mi
Last recorded66,288 miles
Recorded on15 Dec 2025
Typical for 2016 Kia Ceed49,381 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDS16 KGJ
MakeKia
ModelCeed
Year2016
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,582cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 15 Dec 2025 66,288 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2025 57,080 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2024 47,764 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2023 39,742 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2022 34,475 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Nearside Rear 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 2 Feb 2021 28,993 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Front wipers slightly smearing

Pass 6 Feb 2020 25,112 miles

Central Front Hand brake lever has slight free play but can be operated correctly

Offside Front Tyre is wearing on inner and outer edges

Pass 14 Feb 2019 14,411 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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DS16 KGJ 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 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 DS16 KGJ, 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 DS16 KGJ?

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What year was DS16 KGJ registered?

DS16 KGJ is a 2016 Kia Ceed, first registered on 22 April 2016.

Is DS16 KGJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for DS16 KGJ shows 8 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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