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LG61 DKF

2011 Kia Ceed

Silver Diesel 1582cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Aug 2024
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

100,843 mi
Last recorded100,843 miles
Recorded on25 Aug 2023
Typical for 2011 Kia Ceed69,337 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLG61 DKF
MakeKia
ModelCeed
Year2011
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,582cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 25 Aug 2023 100,843 miles

Rear Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all n/s & o/s (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))

Fail 25 Aug 2023 100,841 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Offside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Reversing lamp inoperative (4.6.1 (a))

Rear Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all n/s & o/s (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Aug 2022 91,040 miles

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

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 7 Aug 2021 84,827 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2020 77,439 miles

Manufactures engine and body covers fitted restricting inspection of components

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

vehicle undersealed

Pass 13 Aug 2019 70,755 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2019 70,755 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 16 Aug 2018 62,932 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

advise underguards arch covers and plastic trims fitted not allowing full inspection of some components

Fail 15 Aug 2018 62,932 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

advise underguards arch covers and plastic trims fitted not allowing full inspection of some components

Pass 23 Aug 2017 55,283 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened worn and corroded (3.5.1i)

Nearside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively 20 (3.7.B.3)

plastic trims shields and guards covering some perscribed areas

Pass 29 Sep 2016 46,097 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin may be low recomend inspection (3.5.1g)

both rear tyre light cracking of tread and sidewalls

Pass 22 Sep 2015 38,756 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2015 38,756 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 22 Sep 2014 28,870 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2014 28,521 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

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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LG61 DKF is a 2011 Kia Ceed in Silver with a 1,582cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 LG61 DKF, 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 LG61 DKF registered?

LG61 DKF is a 2011 Kia Ceed, first registered on 22 September 2011.

Is LG61 DKF safe to buy?

The MOT history for LG61 DKF shows 15 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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