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FM08 HSE

2008 Kia Ceed

Black Diesel 1582cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Nov 2021
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

91,961 mi
Last recorded91,961 miles
Recorded on13 Nov 2020
Typical for 2008 Kia Ceed69,721 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFM08 HSE
MakeKia
ModelCeed
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,582cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Nov 2020 91,961 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn on the inner edge

Pass 28 Jun 2019 72,221 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Jun 2018 67,941 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2017 63,752 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2016 56,217 miles
Fail 26 Aug 2016 56,217 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 205/55/16 (4.1.E.1)

both front tyres unevenly worn on inner edges advise alignment check

Pass 1 Sep 2015 46,350 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2014 42,651 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2013 38,394 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2013 38,394 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 18 Jun 2012 31,986 miles

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

Pass 27 Jun 2011 24,826 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

both front tyres scuffing on inner edges

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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FM08 HSE is a 2008 Kia Ceed in Black with a 1,582cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 FM08 HSE, 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 FM08 HSE registered?

FM08 HSE is a 2008 Kia Ceed, first registered on 14 July 2008.

Is FM08 HSE safe to buy?

The MOT history for FM08 HSE shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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