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SD61 CYH

2011 Kia Ceed

Black Diesel 1582cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Aug 2027
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

78,242 mi
Last recorded78,242 miles
Recorded on27 Jul 2026
Typical for 2011 Kia Ceed69,337 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSD61 CYH
MakeKia
ModelCeed
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,582cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Jul 2026 78,242 miles

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

Fail 27 Jul 2026 78,242 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 9 Aug 2025 72,080 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 6 Aug 2024 66,370 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 15 Aug 2023 61,831 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2022 57,265 miles

Nearside Front Inner CV boot leaking grease past securing clip

Pass 11 Aug 2021 52,472 miles

Both rear trailing arm bushes slightly deteriorating

Nearside Front Inner CV boot leaking grease past clip

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm and out of shape on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 14 Aug 2020 49,237 miles

Nearside Front Inner cv boot leaking grease past clip

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing and tyre valve deteriorated (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing and tyre valve deteriorated (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 14 Aug 2019 45,942 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2018 41,278 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2018 41,278 miles

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 18 Aug 2017 36,002 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2016 30,830 miles

Nearside Front Tyre wearing from inner edge

Offside Front Tyre wearing from inner edge

Pass 18 Aug 2015 25,903 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2014 21,326 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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SD61 CYH is a 2011 Kia Ceed in Black with a 1,582cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

Across all 2011 Kia Ceed models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.5% with a typical mileage of 69,337 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 SD61 CYH, 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 15 years old, this Kia Ceed is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was SD61 CYH registered?

SD61 CYH is a 2011 Kia Ceed, first registered on 30 September 2011.

Is SD61 CYH safe to buy?

The MOT history for SD61 CYH shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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