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SM16 LWJ

2016 Kia Ceed

White Petrol 1368cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 May 2026
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

55,454 mi
Last recorded55,454 miles
Recorded on23 May 2025
Typical for 2016 Kia Ceed49,381 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSM16 LWJ
MakeKia
ModelCeed
Year2016
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,368cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 23 May 2025 55,454 miles
Pass 31 May 2024 50,830 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge under 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge under 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge under 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge under 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 23 May 2023 40,130 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 7 May 2022 30,528 miles

Nearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 17 May 2021 23,593 miles
Pass 29 May 2020 18,815 miles
Pass 31 May 2019 13,921 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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SM16 LWJ is a 2016 Kia Ceed in White with a 1,368cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 SM16 LWJ, 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 SM16 LWJ registered?

SM16 LWJ is a 2016 Kia Ceed, first registered on 26 May 2016.

Is SM16 LWJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for SM16 LWJ shows 7 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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