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HG61 CWU

2011 Kia Ceed

Grey Diesel 1582cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Sep 2027
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

108,335 mi
Last recorded108,335 miles
Recorded on20 Aug 2026
Typical for 2011 Kia Ceed69,337 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHG61 CWU
MakeKia
ModelCeed
Year2011
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,582cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Aug 2026 108,335 miles

Nearside Front All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer tread wearing on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

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

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Steering column universal joint has slight wear or play (2.2.2 (c))

Fail 14 Aug 2026 108,226 miles

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

Rear fog lamp switch inoperative (4.5.3 (a))

Nearside Front All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer tread wearing on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

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

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 11 Sep 2025 103,021 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2024 96,918 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Aug 2023 90,913 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2022 82,000 miles

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

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

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

Pass 18 Jun 2021 72,455 miles
Pass 20 May 2020 63,593 miles

Engine cover and undertrays fitted

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge And has a cut but not deep enough to reach the cords (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 4 Jun 2019 53,818 miles

Nearside Front Inner cv boot clamp leaking grease slightly

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

Nearside Front evidence of fuel from fuel filter union.

Offside Front Drive belt worn, but not excessively Aux drive belt damaged (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

Pass 11 Jun 2018 42,091 miles

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

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chip in zone B (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Jun 2017 38,705 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2016 34,791 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2015 30,708 miles

o/s/r tyre 4mm tread slight wear inner edge.

Pass 20 Jun 2014 25,918 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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HG61 CWU is a 2011 Kia Ceed in Grey with a 1,582cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 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 HG61 CWU, 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 HG61 CWU registered?

HG61 CWU is a 2011 Kia Ceed, first registered on 29 September 2011.

Is HG61 CWU safe to buy?

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