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DY08 VXR

2008 Kia Ceed

Blue Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Apr 2023
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

24,477 mi
Last recorded24,477 miles
Recorded on24 Mar 2022
Typical for 2008 Kia Ceed69,721 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDY08 VXR
MakeKia
ModelCeed
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Mar 2022 24,477 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2022 24,477 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

play in both steering rack ends

Pass 24 Mar 2021 18,555 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2020 15,479 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2019 15,282 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2018 14,441 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2017 13,204 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2016 12,121 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2015 11,297 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2014 10,723 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2013 10,297 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2012 9,685 miles

all 4 tyres sidewalls starting to crack

Pass 23 Mar 2011 8,843 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2011 8,843 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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 VXR is a 2008 Kia Ceed in Blue with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 VXR, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of DY08 VXR?

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What year was DY08 VXR registered?

DY08 VXR is a 2008 Kia Ceed, first registered on 2 April 2008.

Is DY08 VXR safe to buy?

The MOT history for DY08 VXR shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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