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EK57 UKV

2007 Kia Ceed

Bronze Petrol 1591cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Feb 2027
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

56,215 mi
Last recorded56,215 miles
Recorded on19 Feb 2026
Typical for 2007 Kia Ceed70,864 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEK57 UKV
MakeKia
ModelCeed
Year2007
ColourBronze
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,591cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 19 Feb 2026 56,215 miles
Fail 19 Feb 2026 56,208 miles

Nearside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 24 Feb 2025 49,599 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Fail 24 Feb 2025 49,599 miles

Offside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 24 Feb 2024 40,671 miles

Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect both (5.3.2 (d))

Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Feb 2023 32,183 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Parking brake has limited reserve travel

Parking brake required effort only just met

Pass 16 Feb 2022 24,151 miles

Offside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 16 Feb 2021 16,696 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2020 14,372 miles
Fail 4 Feb 2020 14,371 miles

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 27 Feb 2019 8,026 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2017
Pass 6 Dec 2016 37,747 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2015 31,342 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2014 26,991 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2014 26,990 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

front wipers juddering across screen

Pass 3 Oct 2013 23,929 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2012 20,759 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2011
Fail 22 Sep 2011

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

Pass 15 Sep 2010 12,250 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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EK57 UKV is a 2007 Kia Ceed in Bronze with a 1,591cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

Across all 2007 Kia Ceed models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.7% with a typical mileage of 70,864 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 EK57 UKV, 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 19 years old, this Kia Ceed is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was EK57 UKV registered?

EK57 UKV is a 2007 Kia Ceed, first registered on 30 September 2007.

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The MOT history for EK57 UKV shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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