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FY57 YLZ

2007 Kia Ceed

Black Diesel 1582cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Mar 2024
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

124,343 mi
Last recorded124,343 miles
Recorded on14 Feb 2023
Typical for 2007 Kia Ceed70,864 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY57 YLZ
MakeKia
ModelCeed
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,582cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Feb 2023 124,343 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2022 113,435 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2022 113,435 miles

Nearside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 1 Mar 2021 99,832 miles
Fail 1 Mar 2021 99,832 miles

Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 1 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 3 Mar 2020 84,969 miles
Fail 3 Mar 2020 84,969 miles

Exhaust emissions test not completed because smoke levels are significantly in excess of the specified limit values (8.2.2.2 (f))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 1 Mar 2019 71,715 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2018 55,706 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2017 37,844 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Nearside Front tyre cracked and damaged around sidewall but not showing cords

Offside Front wiper missing a section of swept area but not obstructing drivers view

Offside Rear tyre cracking in between tread

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

Pass 9 Mar 2016 30,367 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2015 25,345 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2014 14,107 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2013 12,706 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2012 10,428 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2011 8,678 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2010 7,447 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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FY57 YLZ is a 2007 Kia Ceed in Black with a 1,582cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

Across all 2007 Kia Ceed models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.7% with a typical mileage of 70,864 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 FY57 YLZ, 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 19 years old, this Kia Ceed is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of FY57 YLZ?

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What year was FY57 YLZ registered?

FY57 YLZ is a 2007 Kia Ceed, first registered on 15 October 2007.

Is FY57 YLZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for FY57 YLZ shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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