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FV57 ZWK

2008 Kia Ceed

Blue Diesel 1582cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jan 2020
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

113,745 mi
Last recorded113,745 miles
Recorded on11 Jan 2019
Typical for 2008 Kia Ceed69,721 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV57 ZWK
MakeKia
ModelCeed
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,582cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Jan 2019 113,745 miles

Nearside Rear slight bind

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 10 Jan 2019 113,745 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases blowing on mid box (6.1.2 (a))

Exhaust system insecure mid mounts corroded off (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear slight bind

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 31 Oct 2017 108,444 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2016 102,968 miles
Fail 12 Dec 2016 102,964 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

rear parking (secondary) brakes imbalanced (3.7.B.6b)

Pass 12 Jan 2016 93,836 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2015 88,201 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 11 Jan 2014 76,794 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2013 62,068 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2012 53,098 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2011 36,534 miles

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

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

Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

front wipers starting to leave streaks

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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FV57 ZWK is a 2008 Kia Ceed in Blue with a 1,582cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 FV57 ZWK, 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

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What year was FV57 ZWK registered?

FV57 ZWK is a 2008 Kia Ceed, first registered on 31 January 2008.

Is FV57 ZWK safe to buy?

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