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SL16 LBA

2016 Kia Ceed

Red Diesel 1582cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Jan 2027
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

149,789 mi
Last recorded149,789 miles
Recorded on8 Jan 2026
Typical for 2016 Kia Ceed49,381 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSL16 LBA
MakeKia
ModelCeed
Year2016
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,582cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Jan 2026 149,789 miles

AUX BELT PERISHED

Oil leak, but not excessive ENGINE. (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Jan 2025 123,861 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test phone mount ()

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

Fail 2 Jan 2025 123,861 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Items removed from driver's view prior to test phone mount ()

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 5 Jan 2024 95,930 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Tyre starting to deform (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Under tray fitted not allowing full inspection

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Pass 11 Jan 2023 68,417 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2022 41,645 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2021 32,632 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2020 29,589 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2019 25,240 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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SL16 LBA is a 2016 Kia Ceed in Red with a 1,582cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 2016 Kia Ceed models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.0% with a typical mileage of 49,381 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 SL16 LBA, 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 10 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 SL16 LBA registered?

SL16 LBA is a 2016 Kia Ceed, first registered on 15 April 2016.

Is SL16 LBA safe to buy?

The MOT history for SL16 LBA shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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