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EX08 XFU

2008 Kia Ceed

Blue Petrol 1591cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Mar 2025
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

117,319 mi
Last recorded117,319 miles
Recorded on30 Mar 2024
Typical for 2008 Kia Ceed69,721 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEX08 XFU
MakeKia
ModelCeed
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,591cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 Mar 2024 117,319 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2024 117,319 miles

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 22 Mar 2023 113,728 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2023 113,728 miles

Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 16 Mar 2022 108,839 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear rear light has slight water mist

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 10 Mar 2021 100,746 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Rear fog lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.5.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 3 Mar 2020 92,699 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2019 83,699 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2018 74,562 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2017 65,136 miles
Fail 8 Mar 2017 65,136 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 2 Mar 2016 59,722 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2015 53,120 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2014 46,664 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2013 39,338 miles

Offside Front Seat belt insecurely fixed to the seat (5.2.1a)

Pass 18 Mar 2013 39,338 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2012 32,887 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2011 28,009 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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EX08 XFU is a 2008 Kia Ceed in Blue with a 1,591cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 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 EX08 XFU, 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

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What year was EX08 XFU registered?

EX08 XFU is a 2008 Kia Ceed, first registered on 15 March 2008.

Is EX08 XFU safe to buy?

The MOT history for EX08 XFU shows 18 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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