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FY58 GVO

2008 Kia Ceed

White Diesel 1991cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Oct 2023
Tests20 (12 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

160,003 mi
Last recorded160,003 miles
Recorded on12 Oct 2022
Typical for 2008 Kia Ceed69,721 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY58 GVO
MakeKia
ModelCeed
Year2008
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,991cc

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MOT History

12 pass 8 fail
Pass 12 Oct 2022 160,003 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Chip (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 12 Oct 2022 160,003 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Chip (3.2 (a) (i))

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

Pass 22 Sep 2021 155,902 miles

Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Trailing Arm Bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Pass 14 Sep 2020 144,023 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2019 135,175 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Trailing Arm Bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 17 Sep 2019 135,175 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed default limit of 1.5m-1 (8.2.2.2 (b))

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Trailing Arm Bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Sep 2018 124,241 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 17 Sep 2018 124,241 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed default limit of 1.5m-1 (8.2.2.2 (b))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Oct 2017 111,385 miles

Offside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Fail 12 Oct 2017 111,385 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 24 Sep 2016 107,973 miles

both rear anti roll bar links dry and creaky

plastic holder in centre of front screen ,

unable to check osr seat belt , child seat fitted

Fail 24 Sep 2016 107,972 miles

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front Inner Front constant velocity joint is insecure (2.5.C.1b)

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

both rear anti roll bar links dry and creaky

esp light on dash, esp switched of

plastic holder in centre of front screen ,

unable to check osr seat belt , child seat fitted

Pass 11 Sep 2015 97,941 miles
Fail 11 Sep 2015 97,941 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 2 Oct 2014 83,498 miles
Fail 2 Oct 2014 83,498 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 10 Oct 2013 71,005 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2012 57,582 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2011 44,443 miles
Fail 5 Oct 2011 44,443 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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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FY58 GVO is a 2008 Kia Ceed in White with a 1,991cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 FY58 GVO, 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 FY58 GVO registered?

FY58 GVO is a 2008 Kia Ceed, first registered on 15 September 2008.

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