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SB57 MTX

2007 Kia Ceed

Silver Diesel 1582cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Aug 2022
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

154,757 mi
Last recorded154,757 miles
Recorded on26 Aug 2021
Typical for 2007 Kia Ceed70,864 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSB57 MTX
MakeKia
ModelCeed
Year2007
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,582cc

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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Pass 26 Aug 2021 154,757 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2021 154,688 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2019
Fail 12 Apr 2019 126,448 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2018 113,538 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2014 69,477 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2014 69,476 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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

Pass 19 Aug 2013 49,498 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2012 34,184 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2012 34,184 miles

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Driver's door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Fail 7 Sep 2011 11,211 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

slight judder at front brakes(rusting)

Pass 7 Sep 2011 11,211 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

slight judder at front brakes(rusting)

Pass 3 Dec 2010 9,215 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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SB57 MTX is a 2007 Kia Ceed in Silver with a 1,582cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

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 SB57 MTX, 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.

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What year was SB57 MTX registered?

SB57 MTX is a 2007 Kia Ceed, first registered on 14 December 2007.

Is SB57 MTX safe to buy?

The MOT history for SB57 MTX shows 13 tests with a 61.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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