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SD08 HKV

2008 Kia Ceed

Black Diesel 1582cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Aug 2018
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

134,445 mi
Last recorded134,445 miles
Recorded on3 Aug 2017
Typical for 2008 Kia Ceed69,721 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSD08 HKV
MakeKia
ModelCeed
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,582cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 Aug 2017 134,445 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2017 134,332 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 29 Jul 2016 122,804 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2016 122,804 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Pass 28 Jul 2015 114,026 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 30 Aug 2014 101,667 miles

2 Front tyres worn on outer edges.

Near side front inner drive shaft gator slightly deteriorated.

Fail 30 Aug 2014 101,667 miles

2 Front tyres worn on outer edges.

Near side front inner drive shaft gator slightly deteriorated.

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 24 Aug 2013 84,534 miles

Offside front wiper smearing screen slightly

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 28 Aug 2012 66,676 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2012 60,670 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2012 60,670 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Mar 2011 45,626 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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SD08 HKV is a 2008 Kia Ceed in Black with a 1,582cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 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 HKV, 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 SD08 HKV registered?

SD08 HKV is a 2008 Kia Ceed, first registered on 4 April 2008.

Is SD08 HKV safe to buy?

The MOT history for SD08 HKV shows 12 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.

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