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LT57 BZW

2007 Kia Ceed

Black Diesel 1582cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jan 2020
Tests16 (9 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate56.3%

Mileage

169,358 mi
Last recorded169,358 miles
Recorded on4 Jan 2019
Typical for 2007 Kia Ceed70,864 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLT57 BZW
MakeKia
ModelCeed
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,582cc

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MOT History

9 pass 7 fail
Pass 4 Jan 2019 169,358 miles
Fail 28 Dec 2018 169,206 miles

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

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

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 205/55/16W (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 205/55/16W (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 205/55/16W (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 28 Dec 2017 146,260 miles

Nearside brake caliper repaired, but not inappropriately (3.5.1n)

Pass 23 Dec 2016 117,018 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 30 Dec 2015 109,077 miles
Fail 29 Dec 2015 109,063 miles

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

rear brake binding 0ffside rear (3.7.B.1)

Fail 15 Oct 2015 109,022 miles

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 27 Oct 2014 104,534 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2013 99,343 miles
Fail 28 Oct 2013 99,343 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 29 Oct 2012 95,268 miles
Fail 29 Oct 2012 95,268 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 10 Oct 2011 87,080 miles
Fail 10 Oct 2011 87,080 miles

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 8 Oct 2010 61,834 miles

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

Fail 8 Oct 2010 61,834 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

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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LT57 BZW is a 2007 Kia Ceed in Black with a 1,582cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 56.3%.

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 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 LT57 BZW, 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 LT57 BZW registered?

LT57 BZW is a 2007 Kia Ceed, first registered on 9 October 2007.

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The MOT history for LT57 BZW shows 16 tests with a 56.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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