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FX08 ZTL

2008 Kia Ceed

Red Petrol 1591cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jun 2024
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

122,101 mi
Last recorded122,101 miles
Recorded on28 May 2024
Typical for 2008 Kia Ceed69,721 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFX08 ZTL
MakeKia
ModelCeed
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,591cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Fail 28 May 2024 122,101 miles

Offside Rear Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

suspension components heavy surface corrosion

Pass 17 May 2023 116,847 miles

Nearside Rear hand brake low reading

Service brake binding but not excessively all brakes (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 7 Jun 2022 111,020 miles

handbrake min 17%

Pass 25 May 2021 106,871 miles
Fail 25 May 2021 106,871 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 8 Jun 2020 101,132 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2019 89,943 miles
Pass 11 May 2018 78,565 miles

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

both front driveshaft inner cv gaiters seeping grease from small fixing clips

Pass 27 Apr 2017 68,518 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2017 68,518 miles

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 9 May 2016 59,878 miles
Fail 9 May 2016 59,878 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 24 Apr 2015 48,240 miles
Pass 10 May 2014 37,565 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 10 May 2013 26,840 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 14 May 2012 14,958 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 ZTL is a 2008 Kia Ceed in Red with a 1,591cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 ZTL, 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 FX08 ZTL registered?

FX08 ZTL is a 2008 Kia Ceed, first registered on 28 March 2008.

Is FX08 ZTL safe to buy?

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