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FP08 FCJ

2008 Kia Ceed

Blue Diesel 1582cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Aug 2015
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

23,606 mi
Last recorded23,606 miles
Recorded on19 Aug 2014
Typical for 2008 Kia Ceed69,721 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFP08 FCJ
MakeKia
ModelCeed
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,582cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Aug 2014 23,606 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 18 Aug 2014 23,605 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 14 Aug 2013 12,273 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 24 Sep 2012 1,164 miles
Pass 15 May 2012 47,464 miles
Pass 24 May 2011 30,773 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

cut in tread of n/s/front tyre

n/s/front inner cv gator leaking grease

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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FP08 FCJ is a 2008 Kia Ceed in Blue with a 1,582cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 6 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 FP08 FCJ, 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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How do I check the history of FP08 FCJ?

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What year was FP08 FCJ registered?

FP08 FCJ is a 2008 Kia Ceed, first registered on 30 May 2008.

Is FP08 FCJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for FP08 FCJ shows 6 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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