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S50 SVB

2016 Kia Ceed

Black Diesel 1582cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Oct 2026
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

120,016 mi
Last recorded120,016 miles
Recorded on6 Oct 2025
Typical for 2016 Kia Ceed49,381 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS50 SVB
MakeKia
ModelCeed
Year2016
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,582cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Oct 2025 120,016 miles
Fail 6 Oct 2025 120,016 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 9 Oct 2024 112,870 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

General Corrosion To Multiple Suspension Components.

Rear Coil spring corroded Both Sides. (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both Sides. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Spot Light Missing.

Pass 24 Jan 2024 111,799 miles

Nearside Front spot lamp missing

Pass 14 Jan 2023 104,966 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2022 96,285 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 11 Jan 2021 84,005 miles
Fail 11 Jan 2021 84,005 miles

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

Pass 13 Jan 2020 63,947 miles
Fail 13 Jan 2020 63,947 miles

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

Pass 25 Jan 2019 47,908 miles

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

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

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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S50 SVB is a 2016 Kia Ceed in Black with a 1,582cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 2016 Kia Ceed models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.0% with a typical mileage of 49,381 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 S50 SVB, 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 10 years old, this Kia Ceed is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of S50 SVB?

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What year was S50 SVB registered?

S50 SVB is a 2016 Kia Ceed, first registered on 4 January 2016.

Is S50 SVB safe to buy?

The MOT history for S50 SVB shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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