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LY21 VUB

2021 Kia Ceed

Black Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Aug 2026
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

35,701 mi
Last recorded35,701 miles
Recorded on5 Aug 2025
Typical for 2021 Kia Ceed30,777 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLY21 VUB
MakeKia
ModelCeed
Year2021
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Aug 2025 35,701 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn to 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Front Nail in tyre ()

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn to 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 5 Aug 2025 35,761 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn to 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Front Nail in tyre ()

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn to 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 6 Aug 2024 30,576 miles

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

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

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

Offside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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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LY21 VUB is a 2021 Kia Ceed in Black with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2021 Kia Ceed models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.2% with a typical mileage of 30,777 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 LY21 VUB, 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 5 years old, this Kia Ceed is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of LY21 VUB?

You can check the full history of LY21 VUB by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was LY21 VUB registered?

LY21 VUB is a 2021 Kia Ceed, first registered on 31 July 2021.

Is LY21 VUB safe to buy?

The MOT history for LY21 VUB shows 3 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.

Does LY21 VUB have outstanding finance?

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