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GF08 DHN

2008 Kia Ceed

Bronze Petrol 1591cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Aug 2026
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

54,333 mi
Last recorded54,333 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2025
Typical for 2008 Kia Ceed69,721 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGF08 DHN
MakeKia
ModelCeed
Year2008
ColourBronze
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,591cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 Jul 2025 54,333 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2025 54,333 miles

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 10 Aug 2024 49,631 miles

Side repeater slightly discoloured both (4.4.3 (a))

handbrake high

knock from steering poss rack

Fail 10 Aug 2024 49,631 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Side repeater slightly discoloured both (4.4.3 (a))

handbrake high

knock from steering poss rack

Pass 14 Aug 2023 45,146 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2023 45,146 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake hose excessively twisted (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 8 Aug 2022 41,648 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2021 40,287 miles

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

Pass 15 Aug 2020 40,074 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2019 38,910 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Aug 2018 37,293 miles

Windscreen wiper blade defective smearing (3.4 (b) (i))

Fail 3 Aug 2018 37,293 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Windscreen wiper blade defective smearing (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 12 Aug 2017 36,119 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2016 34,573 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2015 33,182 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2014 31,659 miles

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

Pass 17 Aug 2013 29,206 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2012 23,560 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2011 17,863 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2011 16,230 miles

nearside rear door damaged

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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GF08 DHN is a 2008 Kia Ceed in Bronze with a 1,591cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 GF08 DHN, 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

How do I check the history of GF08 DHN?

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What year was GF08 DHN registered?

GF08 DHN is a 2008 Kia Ceed, first registered on 6 May 2008.

Is GF08 DHN safe to buy?

The MOT history for GF08 DHN shows 20 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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