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SD08 FVJ

2008 Kia Ceed

Grey Diesel 1582cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Oct 2012
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

44,742 mi
Last recorded44,742 miles
Recorded on5 Oct 2011
Typical for 2008 Kia Ceed69,721 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSD08 FVJ
MakeKia
ModelCeed
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,582cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Fail 5 Oct 2011 44,742 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

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

Pass 5 Oct 2011 44,742 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2011 38,546 miles

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

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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SD08 FVJ is a 2008 Kia Ceed in Grey with a 1,582cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 SD08 FVJ, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of SD08 FVJ?

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What year was SD08 FVJ registered?

SD08 FVJ is a 2008 Kia Ceed, first registered on 31 March 2008.

Is SD08 FVJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for SD08 FVJ shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does SD08 FVJ have outstanding finance?

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