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DY08 URB

2008 Kia Ceed

Black Diesel 1991cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Mar 2018
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

114,181 mi
Last recorded114,181 miles
Recorded on28 Feb 2017
Typical for 2008 Kia Ceed69,721 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDY08 URB
MakeKia
ModelCeed
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,991cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Feb 2017 114,181 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2016 101,838 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2015 86,158 miles

advise wheel alignment

front brake pads lipped

Fail 28 Feb 2015 86,158 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

advise wheel alignment

front brake pads lipped

Pass 4 Mar 2014 71,960 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2013 55,200 miles
Pass 26 May 2012 40,612 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2011 20,641 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2011 20,641 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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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DY08 URB is a 2008 Kia Ceed in Black with a 1,991cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 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 DY08 URB, 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.

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What year was DY08 URB registered?

DY08 URB is a 2008 Kia Ceed, first registered on 15 March 2008.

Is DY08 URB safe to buy?

The MOT history for DY08 URB shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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