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SL57 FAF

2007 Kia Ceed

Red Diesel 1582cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Aug 2020
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

115,462 mi
Last recorded115,462 miles
Recorded on7 Aug 2019
Typical for 2007 Kia Ceed70,864 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSL57 FAF
MakeKia
ModelCeed
Year2007
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,582cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Aug 2019 115,462 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively and rear (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

UNDERBODY HAS GENERAL CORROSION

front and rear suspension has surface corrosion

Pass 3 Aug 2018 108,397 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Rear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened edge (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear lower light unit damaged

Offside Rear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened edge (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 3 Aug 2018 108,397 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Rear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened edge (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear lower light unit damaged

Offside Rear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened edge (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 5 Feb 2016 103,434 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 27 Jan 2016 103,262 miles

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

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 4 Oct 2014 93,942 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2013 88,733 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2012 80,822 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

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

Offside Front Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

both front tyres worn on inner edge advise replacement

Pass 8 Sep 2011 67,463 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2011 67,463 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 16 Sep 2010 53,389 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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SL57 FAF is a 2007 Kia Ceed in Red with a 1,582cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 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 SL57 FAF, 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 SL57 FAF registered?

SL57 FAF is a 2007 Kia Ceed, first registered on 21 September 2007.

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