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GN16 FTJ

2016 Kia Ceed

Black Petrol 1591cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Jun 2027
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

87,652 mi
Last recorded87,652 miles
Recorded on26 Jun 2026
Typical for 2016 Kia Ceed49,381 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGN16 FTJ
MakeKia
ModelCeed
Year2016
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,591cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Jun 2026 87,652 miles

Oil leak on engine

Rear trailing arms front bushes cracking

Rear tyre at n/s cut in outer sidewall

Pass 27 Jun 2025 80,382 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2024 72,874 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2024 72,534 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Feb 2023 65,851 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2022 56,857 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2021 47,493 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2020 40,257 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2019 31,599 miles

Offside Rear Nail in tyre

Fail 14 Feb 2019 31,599 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre

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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GN16 FTJ is a 2016 Kia Ceed in Black with a 1,591cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 2016 Kia Ceed models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.0% with a typical mileage of 49,381 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 GN16 FTJ, 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 10 years old, this Kia Ceed is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of GN16 FTJ?

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What year was GN16 FTJ registered?

GN16 FTJ is a 2016 Kia Ceed, first registered on 1 March 2016.

Is GN16 FTJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for GN16 FTJ shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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