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LB57 KBE

2007 Kia Ceed

Bronze Petrol 1591cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Oct 2017
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

132,196 mi
Last recorded132,196 miles
Recorded on24 Oct 2016
Typical for 2007 Kia Ceed70,864 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLB57 KBE
MakeKia
ModelCeed
Year2007
ColourBronze
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,591cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Oct 2016 132,196 miles

Front brake disc modified but not seriously weakened (3.5.1n)

Front registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Rear brake disc modified but not seriously weakened (3.5.1n)

Rear registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 12 Mar 2015 119,999 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside rear parking (secondary) brake grabbing slightly (3.7.B.6b)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside rear parking (secondary) brake grabbing slightly (3.7.B.6b)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 24 Mar 2014 102,795 miles

Nearside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 15 Mar 2013 87,814 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 30 Mar 2012 70,823 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

front brake discs worn

long hand brake travel

rear tyres mishaped

Fail 29 Mar 2012 70,823 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

front brake discs worn

knock coming from steering

long hand brake travel

rear tyres mishaped

Pass 19 Nov 2010 54,503 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Very slight play in rear anti roll bar drop links.

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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LB57 KBE is a 2007 Kia Ceed in Bronze with a 1,591cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2007 Kia Ceed models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.7% with a typical mileage of 70,864 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 LB57 KBE, 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 19 years old, this Kia Ceed is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was LB57 KBE registered?

LB57 KBE is a 2007 Kia Ceed, first registered on 30 November 2007.

Is LB57 KBE safe to buy?

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