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GJ08 KVG

2008 Kia Ceed

Silver Diesel 1582cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Feb 2018
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

118,500 mi
Last recorded118,500 miles
Recorded on4 Feb 2017
Typical for 2008 Kia Ceed69,721 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGJ08 KVG
MakeKia
ModelCeed
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,582cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Feb 2017 118,500 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2016 113,296 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2015 108,630 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2014 89,406 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2013 74,553 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2012 60,016 miles
Fail 8 Mar 2011 42,834 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 8 Mar 2011 42,834 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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GJ08 KVG is a 2008 Kia Ceed in Silver with a 1,582cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 GJ08 KVG, 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

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What year was GJ08 KVG registered?

GJ08 KVG is a 2008 Kia Ceed, first registered on 3 March 2008.

Is GJ08 KVG safe to buy?

The MOT history for GJ08 KVG shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does GJ08 KVG have outstanding finance?

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