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SB08 EKF

2008 Kia Ceed

Red Diesel 1582cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jul 2012
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

30,233 mi
Last recorded30,233 miles
Recorded on10 Jun 2011
Typical for 2008 Kia Ceed69,721 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSB08 EKF
MakeKia
ModelCeed
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,582cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 10 Jun 2011 30,233 miles

Front and rear brakes binding slightly

Front brake pads appear low

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Rear brake pads appear low

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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SB08 EKF is a 2008 Kia Ceed in Red with a 1,582cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2008 Kia Ceed models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.2% with a typical mileage of 69,721 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 SB08 EKF, 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 SB08 EKF registered?

SB08 EKF is a 2008 Kia Ceed, first registered on 8 July 2008.

Is SB08 EKF safe to buy?

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Does SB08 EKF have outstanding finance?

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