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DX71 VHF

2021 Kia Ceed

Black Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Apr 2027
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

21,094 mi
Last recorded21,094 miles
Recorded on2 Apr 2026
Typical for 2021 Kia Ceed30,777 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDX71 VHF
MakeKia
ModelCeed
Year2021
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Apr 2026 21,094 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2026 21,012 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Pass 2 Apr 2025 14,600 miles

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

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 22 Apr 2024 7,639 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2023 2,836 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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DX71 VHF is a 2021 Kia Ceed in Black with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2021 Kia Ceed models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.2% with a typical mileage of 30,777 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 DX71 VHF, 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 5 years old, this Kia Ceed is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of DX71 VHF?

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What year was DX71 VHF registered?

DX71 VHF is a 2021 Kia Ceed, first registered on 3 September 2021.

Is DX71 VHF safe to buy?

The MOT history for DX71 VHF shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does DX71 VHF have outstanding finance?

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