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LX57 YKA

2007 Kia Ceed

Bronze Diesel 1582cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Feb 2023
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

141,283 mi
Last recorded141,283 miles
Recorded on16 Feb 2022
Typical for 2007 Kia Ceed70,864 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLX57 YKA
MakeKia
ModelCeed
Year2007
ColourBronze
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,582cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 Feb 2022 141,283 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

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

Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively handbrake (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 9 Feb 2021 132,529 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2020 124,199 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2019 117,908 miles
Fail 18 Feb 2019 117,908 miles

Offside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 27 Jan 2018 111,032 miles

Offside Rear slight bind on brake

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 20 Feb 2017 104,485 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

headlamp levelling device set to highest position

item removed from drivers view prior to test

nearside outer body sill damaged

offside side repeater faded

Fail 20 Feb 2017 104,485 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

headlamp levelling device set to highest position

item removed from drivers view prior to test

nearside outer body sill damaged

offside side repeater faded

Fail 16 Feb 2017 104,285 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

headlamp levelling device set to highest position

item removed from drivers view prior to test

nearside outer body sill damaged

nearside parking brake recording low effort compared with offside

offside side repeater faded

Pass 27 Aug 2015 87,306 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

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

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

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

Rear pads getting low

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 11 Aug 2014 78,934 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 30 Aug 2013 70,198 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2012 58,319 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2011 43,267 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2011 43,267 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 24 Aug 2010 28,081 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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LX57 YKA is a 2007 Kia Ceed in Bronze with a 1,582cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 LX57 YKA, 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 LX57 YKA registered?

LX57 YKA is a 2007 Kia Ceed, first registered on 1 September 2007.

Is LX57 YKA safe to buy?

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