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EN57 VUF

2008 Kia Ceed

Bronze Petrol 1591cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Feb 2027
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

64,946 mi
Last recorded64,946 miles
Recorded on2 Feb 2026
Typical for 2008 Kia Ceed69,721 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEN57 VUF
MakeKia
ModelCeed
Year2008
ColourBronze
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,591cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Feb 2026 64,946 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 205/55 R16 91V (5.2.3 (e))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 6 Feb 2025 57,079 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Fail 6 Feb 2025 57,075 miles

Nearside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 12 Mar 2024 53,258 miles

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Side repeater slightly discoloured nearside and offside (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 13 Mar 2023 50,894 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Side repeater slightly discoloured nearside and offside (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 30 Mar 2022 49,314 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2022 49,314 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 24 Feb 2021 48,711 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2015 46,181 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 11 Aug 2014 38,070 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2013 34,001 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2012 30,355 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2011 28,407 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2011 25,490 miles

nearside door mirror missing

Fail 3 Feb 2011 25,490 miles

Nearside Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Rear registration plate dirty (6.3.1d)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

nearside door mirror missing

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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EN57 VUF is a 2008 Kia Ceed in Bronze with a 1,591cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 EN57 VUF, 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 EN57 VUF?

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What year was EN57 VUF registered?

EN57 VUF is a 2008 Kia Ceed, first registered on 31 January 2008.

Is EN57 VUF safe to buy?

The MOT history for EN57 VUF shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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