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GL57 XZY

2008 Kia Ceed

Black Diesel 1991cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Sep 2015
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

95,010 mi
Last recorded95,010 miles
Recorded on15 Aug 2014
Typical for 2008 Kia Ceed69,721 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL57 XZY
MakeKia
ModelCeed
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,991cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Fail 15 Aug 2014 95,010 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 15 Aug 2014 95,010 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2013 85,831 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2013 85,831 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Nail in offside rear tyre

Pass 4 Aug 2012 72,396 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2011 56,018 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2011 52,754 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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GL57 XZY is a 2008 Kia Ceed in Black with a 1,991cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 GL57 XZY, 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 GL57 XZY?

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What year was GL57 XZY registered?

GL57 XZY is a 2008 Kia Ceed, first registered on 22 January 2008.

Is GL57 XZY safe to buy?

The MOT history for GL57 XZY shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does GL57 XZY have outstanding finance?

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