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RK07 SWX

2007 Kia Ceed

Blue Petrol 1591cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Dec 2026
Tests24 (17 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate70.8%

Mileage

92,925 mi
Last recorded92,925 miles
Recorded on4 Dec 2025
Typical for 2007 Kia Ceed70,864 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRK07 SWX
MakeKia
ModelCeed
Year2007
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,591cc

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MOT History

17 pass 7 fail
Pass 4 Dec 2025 92,925 miles
Fail 4 Dec 2025 92,925 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.2.1 (b))

Pass 4 Dec 2024 85,986 miles

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))

Pass 27 Nov 2023 83,114 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2022 82,251 miles
Fail 30 Nov 2022 82,251 miles

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

Pass 7 Dec 2021 80,632 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2020 79,072 miles
Fail 16 Dec 2020 79,072 miles

Nearside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

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

Offside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 23 Dec 2019 76,783 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2019 73,536 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2017 70,268 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2016 67,156 miles
Fail 23 Dec 2016 67,156 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

hand brake needs adjustment

Pass 21 Dec 2015 65,076 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2015 63,907 miles
Fail 5 Jan 2015 63,907 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 4 Dec 2013 61,954 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 28 Jan 2013 53,835 miles
Fail 24 Jan 2013 53,702 miles

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 27 Jan 2012 44,356 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2011 35,052 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2010 24,509 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 8 Feb 2010 24,509 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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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RK07 SWX is a 2007 Kia Ceed in Blue with a 1,591cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.8%.

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 RK07 SWX, 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 RK07 SWX registered?

RK07 SWX is a 2007 Kia Ceed, first registered on 19 March 2007.

Is RK07 SWX safe to buy?

The MOT history for RK07 SWX shows 24 tests with a 70.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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