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GV16 UGX

2016 Kia Ceed

Red Diesel 1582cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Dec 2026
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

100,725 mi
Last recorded100,725 miles
Recorded on12 Dec 2025
Typical for 2016 Kia Ceed49,381 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGV16 UGX
MakeKia
ModelCeed
Year2016
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,582cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Dec 2025 100,725 miles
Fail 10 Dec 2025 100,701 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 11 Dec 2024 93,698 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2023 90,105 miles

Nearside Front brake caliper wet with brake fluid

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

tpms light on

Fail 15 Dec 2023 90,092 miles

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) incorrectly mounted incorrect pads fitted (1.1.13 (c)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front brake caliper wet with brake fluid

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

tpms light on

Pass 1 Dec 2022 83,501 miles
Fail 28 Nov 2022 83,494 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))

Pass 17 Jan 2022 74,589 miles

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Pass 14 Dec 2020 62,600 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 1 Aug 2019 49,594 miles

all four tyres wearing uneven.

Offside Rear tyre deep cut in tread.

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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GV16 UGX is a 2016 Kia Ceed in Red with a 1,582cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 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 GV16 UGX, 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 GV16 UGX?

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What year was GV16 UGX registered?

GV16 UGX is a 2016 Kia Ceed, first registered on 25 July 2016.

Is GV16 UGX safe to buy?

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