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DY71 UCM

2021 Kia Ceed

Bronze Petrol 1482cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Sep 2026
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

36,694 mi
Last recorded36,694 miles
Recorded on2 Sep 2025
Typical for 2021 Kia Ceed30,777 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDY71 UCM
MakeKia
ModelCeed
Year2021
ColourBronze
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,482cc

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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 2 Sep 2025 36,694 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2024 28,185 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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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DY71 UCM is a 2021 Kia Ceed in Bronze with a 1,482cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 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 DY71 UCM, 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 DY71 UCM?

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What year was DY71 UCM registered?

DY71 UCM is a 2021 Kia Ceed, first registered on 20 September 2021.

Is DY71 UCM safe to buy?

The MOT history for DY71 UCM shows 2 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does DY71 UCM have outstanding finance?

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