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FX08 ZTG

2008 Kia Ceed

Silver Diesel 1591cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Dec 2023
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

126,819 mi
Last recorded126,819 miles
Recorded on22 Dec 2022
Typical for 2008 Kia Ceed69,721 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFX08 ZTG
MakeKia
ModelCeed
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,591cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Dec 2022 126,819 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 18 Dec 2021 99,983 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2020 94,126 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Nov 2019 92,075 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2018 88,920 miles

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

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

ns headlight cracked

Pass 25 Nov 2017 83,387 miles

Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit edge (4.1.E.1)

Fail 18 Nov 2017 83,342 miles

Nearside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front Seat belt stitching badly frayed (5.2.2b)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit edge (4.1.E.1)

Pass 8 Nov 2016 76,165 miles

Nearside Front Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 2 Feb 2016 70,667 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2015 63,480 miles

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 27 Feb 2014 55,705 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Pass 12 Mar 2013 47,185 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Mar 2012 38,522 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 1 Apr 2011 29,984 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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FX08 ZTG is a 2008 Kia Ceed in Silver with a 1,591cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 FX08 ZTG, 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 FX08 ZTG registered?

FX08 ZTG is a 2008 Kia Ceed, first registered on 3 April 2008.

Is FX08 ZTG safe to buy?

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