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S555 TOX

2008 Kia Ceed

Blue Diesel 1582cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 May 2025
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

91,109 mi
Last recorded91,109 miles
Recorded on22 Apr 2024
Typical for 2008 Kia Ceed69,721 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS555 TOX
MakeKia
ModelCeed
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,582cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 22 Apr 2024 91,109 miles

Coil spring corroded both rear coil springs slightly corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Offside Front Coil spring corroded front slightly corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 15 May 2023 87,268 miles
Fail 9 May 2023 87,252 miles

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed 205/55/16 (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front fog light not lit

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

Pass 16 May 2022 84,634 miles

Nearside Front 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 8 Mar 2021 81,924 miles

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

boot lock sticking

brakes imbalance/corrosion

fronts + n/s/r tyre edges worn/tread perished

handbrake travel

n/s/r hub play/poor,bearing cap rotted thru/sealant

rear suspension corrosion/underseal/paint applied,undertrays fittted,unable to properly assess some areas

wipers smearing

Pass 18 Nov 2019 80,916 miles

emissions tested to plate limit of 0.60.averaged 0.53

side repeaters faded

unable to assess some areas due to covers,suspension/subframes sealant applied,n/s/r backplate corrosion

Fail 16 Nov 2019 80,916 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill holed (5.3.6 (a) (i))

emissions tested to plate limit of 0.60.averaged 0.53

handbrake travel,front brakes imbalance

side repeaters faded

unable to assess some areas due to covers,suspension/subframes sealant applied,n/s/r backplate corrosion

Pass 12 Nov 2018 73,624 miles

Engine Under Tray Fitted

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Rear Coil spring corroded Both Rear Coil Springs Corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Window damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Chip In Windscreen (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 12 Nov 2018 73,624 miles

Engine Under Tray Fitted

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Rear Coil spring corroded Both Rear Coil Springs Corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Window damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Chip In Windscreen (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Nov 2017 66,426 miles

Engine Cover & Under Tray Fitted

Nearside Front Inner nearside tyre has slight worn edge

Fail 16 Nov 2017 66,426 miles

Engine Cover & Under Tray Fitted

Nearside Front Inner nearside tyre has slight worn edge

Nearside Front Lower Tie bar/rod ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 10 Nov 2016 59,087 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 10 Nov 2016 59,087 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 12 Nov 2015 51,798 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2014 45,030 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2013 38,925 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 15 Nov 2012 32,929 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 8 Nov 2011 27,348 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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S555 TOX is a 2008 Kia Ceed in Blue with a 1,582cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

Across all 2008 Kia Ceed models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.2% with a typical mileage of 69,721 miles. This vehicle is performing in line with others of the same 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 S555 TOX, 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 18 years old, this Kia Ceed is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was S555 TOX registered?

S555 TOX is a 2008 Kia Ceed, first registered on 21 November 2008.

Is S555 TOX safe to buy?

The MOT history for S555 TOX shows 18 tests with a 72.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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