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FX58 VGG

2008 Kia Ceed

Bronze Petrol 1591cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Nov 2026
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

48,235 mi
Last recorded48,235 miles
Recorded on13 Nov 2025
Typical for 2008 Kia Ceed69,721 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFX58 VGG
MakeKia
ModelCeed
Year2008
ColourBronze
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,591cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Nov 2025 48,235 miles

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 14 Nov 2024 46,282 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2023 45,168 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2022 44,465 miles
Fail 10 Oct 2022 44,464 miles

Towbar component defective stop lights not working on trailer socket test ( towbar ) (6.1.6 (a))

Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 1 Oct 2021 42,398 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2020 40,897 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2019 39,075 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2018 35,339 miles
Fail 4 Oct 2018 35,339 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 28 Sep 2017 31,910 miles

Engine cover & Undertray Fitted

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

Nearside Front Inner CV Boot clip slight loose

Offside Front Head lamp has a cover over that has a slight crack. This does not effect the light aim

Pass 29 Sep 2016 29,033 miles

1. Engine Cover Fitted 2. Under Tray Fitted

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

Nearside Front Inner CV Boot clip loose

Pass 30 Sep 2015 25,985 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2014 22,258 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2013 16,817 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2012 15,453 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2011 13,084 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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FX58 VGG is a 2008 Kia Ceed in Bronze with a 1,591cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 FX58 VGG, 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 FX58 VGG registered?

FX58 VGG is a 2008 Kia Ceed, first registered on 28 November 2008.

Is FX58 VGG safe to buy?

The MOT history for FX58 VGG shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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