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FT68 PLJ

2019 Kia Ceed

Black Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Jan 2027
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

80,272 mi
Last recorded80,272 miles
Recorded on19 Jan 2026
Typical for 2019 Kia Ceed37,558 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFT68 PLJ
MakeKia
ModelCeed
Year2019
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Jan 2026 80,272 miles
Fail 15 Jan 2026 80,105 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 25 Jan 2025 64,541 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 19 Jan 2024 50,616 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively both sides (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 6 Jan 2023 34,034 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2022 14,371 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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FT68 PLJ is a 2019 Kia Ceed in Black with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2019 Kia Ceed models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.5% with a typical mileage of 37,558 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 FT68 PLJ, 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 7 years old, this Kia Ceed is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of FT68 PLJ?

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What year was FT68 PLJ registered?

FT68 PLJ is a 2019 Kia Ceed, first registered on 30 January 2019.

Is FT68 PLJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for FT68 PLJ 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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