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GF61 UMJ

2011 Kia Ceed

White Diesel 1582cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jan 2026
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

159,765 mi
Last recorded159,765 miles
Recorded on16 Jan 2025
Typical for 2011 Kia Ceed69,337 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGF61 UMJ
MakeKia
ModelCeed
Year2011
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,582cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 16 Jan 2025 159,765 miles

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

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

Fail 16 Jan 2025 159,765 miles

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

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

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 12 Jan 2024 152,973 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively both light scoreing (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 12 Jan 2024 152,964 miles

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

Rear Suspension arm likely to become detached both rear (5.3.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively both light scoreing (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Rear both rear tyres out of shape and cutting in

Pass 9 Jan 2023 145,489 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 11 Jan 2022 143,733 miles

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 5 Jan 2021 141,692 miles

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 16 Jan 2020 139,371 miles
Fail 16 Jan 2020 139,371 miles

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

Pass 19 Dec 2018 135,506 miles
Fail 18 Dec 2018 135,506 miles

Offside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 5 Jan 2018 129,892 miles

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

screen wash partially blocked (think bottle requires flushing?)

Fail 5 Jan 2018 129,892 miles

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

Nearside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

screen wash partially blocked (think bottle requires flushing?)

Pass 9 Jan 2017 123,122 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2016 117,417 miles

unable to test nsr seatbelt due to child seat fitted

Pass 6 Feb 2015 109,675 miles
Fail 2 Feb 2015 109,660 miles

Nearside Front passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Nearside Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

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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GF61 UMJ is a 2011 Kia Ceed in White with a 1,582cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

Across all 2011 Kia Ceed models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.5% with a typical mileage of 69,337 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 GF61 UMJ, 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 15 years old, this Kia Ceed is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was GF61 UMJ registered?

GF61 UMJ is a 2011 Kia Ceed, first registered on 21 November 2011.

Is GF61 UMJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for GF61 UMJ shows 17 tests with a 64.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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