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FG58 LYV

2008 Kia Ceed

Black Diesel 1582cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Apr 2017
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

61,687 mi
Last recorded61,687 miles
Recorded on14 Apr 2016
Typical for 2008 Kia Ceed69,721 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG58 LYV
MakeKia
ModelCeed
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,582cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Apr 2016 61,687 miles

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

Fail 14 Apr 2016 61,687 miles

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

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 5 Aug 2014 51,767 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2014 51,767 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 22 Jan 2013 38,668 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2012 28,363 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 1 Feb 2012 28,363 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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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FG58 LYV is a 2008 Kia Ceed in Black with a 1,582cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 FG58 LYV, 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 FG58 LYV registered?

FG58 LYV is a 2008 Kia Ceed, first registered on 30 September 2008.

Is FG58 LYV safe to buy?

The MOT history for FG58 LYV shows 7 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does FG58 LYV have outstanding finance?

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