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LB57 VPD

2007 Kia Ceed

Bronze Diesel 1582cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jan 2026
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

142,749 mi
Last recorded142,749 miles
Recorded on15 Jan 2025
Typical for 2007 Kia Ceed70,864 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLB57 VPD
MakeKia
ModelCeed
Year2007
ColourBronze
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,582cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Jan 2025 142,749 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2024 138,989 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2023 132,659 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2022 127,607 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 23 Jan 2021 124,795 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))

Pass 3 Jan 2020 120,321 miles

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Jan 2019 114,980 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2017 109,688 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Dec 2016 104,242 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)

Pass 14 Nov 2015 98,647 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Nov 2014 93,940 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

both front tyres wearing on inner edges

Pass 28 Nov 2013 83,467 miles
Fail 28 Nov 2013 83,467 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

washers

Pass 19 Nov 2012 68,023 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2011 49,537 miles

front tyres wearing on inner edge

Pass 22 Dec 2010 36,655 miles
Fail 22 Dec 2010 36,655 miles

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

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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 VPD is a 2007 Kia Ceed in Bronze with a 1,582cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 VPD, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LB57 VPD registered?

LB57 VPD is a 2007 Kia Ceed, first registered on 27 December 2007.

Is LB57 VPD safe to buy?

The MOT history for LB57 VPD shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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