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LC57 VKZ

2007 Kia Ceed

Silver Petrol 1591cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Apr 2027
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

76,485 mi
Last recorded76,485 miles
Recorded on13 Mar 2026
Typical for 2007 Kia Ceed70,864 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLC57 VKZ
MakeKia
ModelCeed
Year2007
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,591cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 13 Mar 2026 76,485 miles

general corrosion under vehicle

Fail 13 Mar 2026 76,481 miles

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

general corrosion under vehicle

Pass 13 Mar 2025 74,656 miles

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

Pass 14 Mar 2024 72,702 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2023 70,493 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2023 70,490 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases centre (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 16 Mar 2022 68,466 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 16 Mar 2021 66,413 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 18 Mar 2020 68,676 miles

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

Pass 19 Mar 2019 62,025 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2018 59,789 miles

Engine cover & Under tray Fitted

Fail 20 Mar 2018 59,774 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

Rear Stop lamp not working All stop lights not working (1.2.1b)

Engine cover & Under tray Fitted

Pass 20 Mar 2017 57,011 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2017 56,993 miles

Nearside Front Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 23 Mar 2016 53,862 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2015 50,314 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2014 47,043 miles

Offside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Fail 13 Mar 2014 47,043 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

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

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

Offside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 2 Apr 2013 44,000 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2013 42,263 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2012 32,139 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2011 25,304 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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LC57 VKZ is a 2007 Kia Ceed in Silver with a 1,591cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

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 LC57 VKZ, 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 LC57 VKZ registered?

LC57 VKZ is a 2007 Kia Ceed, first registered on 27 November 2007.

Is LC57 VKZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for LC57 VKZ shows 22 tests with a 77.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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