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FM08 MSU

2008 Kia Ceed

Silver Petrol 1591cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Jun 2027
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

48,691 mi
Last recorded48,691 miles
Recorded on2 Jun 2026
Typical for 2008 Kia Ceed69,721 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFM08 MSU
MakeKia
ModelCeed
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,591cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Jun 2026 48,691 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2025 42,355 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre slightly damaged edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Inner Tyre slightly damaged edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 11 Jun 2024 30,875 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2023 28,863 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2023 28,861 miles

Nearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 8 Jun 2022 27,550 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2021 26,694 miles

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 2 Jun 2020 25,604 miles
Pass 28 May 2019 24,385 miles
Pass 29 May 2018 22,992 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2017 21,635 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2016 19,978 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2015 17,979 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2014 15,366 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2013 12,995 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2012 10,850 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2011 8,496 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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FM08 MSU is a 2008 Kia Ceed in Silver with a 1,591cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 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 MSU, 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

How do I check the history of FM08 MSU?

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What year was FM08 MSU registered?

FM08 MSU is a 2008 Kia Ceed, first registered on 17 July 2008.

Is FM08 MSU safe to buy?

The MOT history for FM08 MSU shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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