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LT61 YDK

2011 Kia Ceed

Grey Diesel 1582cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Feb 2025
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

194,389 mi
Last recorded194,389 miles
Recorded on6 Feb 2024
Typical for 2011 Kia Ceed69,337 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLT61 YDK
MakeKia
ModelCeed
Year2011
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,582cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 6 Feb 2024 194,389 miles

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

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

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 13 Feb 2023 177,537 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 6 Feb 2023 177,243 miles

Front Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 31 Jan 2022 158,790 miles

Nearside Front Suspension rod ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 16 Sep 2020 138,574 miles

Front Suspension rod ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 16 Sep 2020 138,574 miles

Front Suspension rod ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 3 Sep 2019 121,214 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2019 121,214 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 3 Sep 2018 98,427 miles

front brake pads getting low.

Fail 3 Sep 2018 98,427 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

front brake pads getting low.

Pass 1 Sep 2017 80,448 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 1 Sep 2016 62,606 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2015 44,035 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2014 26,882 miles

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Pass 12 Aug 2014 26,882 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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LT61 YDK is a 2011 Kia Ceed in Grey 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 LT61 YDK, 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 LT61 YDK registered?

LT61 YDK is a 2011 Kia Ceed, first registered on 6 September 2011.

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