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FG57 LWJ

2007 Kia Ceed

Black Petrol 1591cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jan 2025
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

77,229 mi
Last recorded77,229 miles
Recorded on5 Jan 2024
Typical for 2007 Kia Ceed70,864 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG57 LWJ
MakeKia
ModelCeed
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,591cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 5 Jan 2024 77,229 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2022 69,311 miles

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

Fail 10 Dec 2022 69,311 miles

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

Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 14 Dec 2021 62,328 miles

Nearside Front Lower Steering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

nsf bumper detached from wing

Fail 4 Dec 2021 62,315 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Lower Steering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

nsf bumper detached from wing

Pass 9 Sep 2020 56,089 miles
Fail 9 Sep 2020 56,089 miles

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 20 Mar 2019 54,610 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2019 54,610 miles

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 16 Mar 2018 52,370 miles

Nearside Front Bumper insecure ()

Nearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt Off side Rear ()

Pass 21 Mar 2017 50,305 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2016 47,433 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2015 45,908 miles
Fail 4 Mar 2015 45,908 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 25 Feb 2014 42,129 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2013 36,329 miles

handbrake travel close to limit

Pass 29 Feb 2012 31,826 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2011 25,220 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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FG57 LWJ is a 2007 Kia Ceed in Black with a 1,591cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 FG57 LWJ, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FG57 LWJ registered?

FG57 LWJ is a 2007 Kia Ceed, first registered on 28 September 2007.

Is FG57 LWJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for FG57 LWJ shows 18 tests with a 72.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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