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FL08 SSV

2008 Kia Ceed

Red Diesel 1582cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Mar 2020
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

49,732 mi
Last recorded49,732 miles
Recorded on28 Feb 2019
Typical for 2008 Kia Ceed69,721 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFL08 SSV
MakeKia
ModelCeed
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,582cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Feb 2019 49,732 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2019 49,732 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Feb 2018 44,033 miles

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

Fail 23 Feb 2018 44,031 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Pass 16 Feb 2017 38,292 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2016 32,775 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2015 26,266 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 24 Feb 2015 26,266 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 5 Mar 2014 19,910 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2013 15,409 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2012 11,654 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2012 11,653 miles

Steering column top mounting bracket insecure (2.1.2d)

Pass 28 Feb 2011 8,344 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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FL08 SSV is a 2008 Kia Ceed in Red with a 1,582cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 FL08 SSV, 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.

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What year was FL08 SSV registered?

FL08 SSV is a 2008 Kia Ceed, first registered on 10 March 2008.

Is FL08 SSV safe to buy?

The MOT history for FL08 SSV shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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