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SM16 MSU

2016 Kia Ceed

Red Diesel 1396cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Aug 2027
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

90,995 mi
Last recorded90,995 miles
Recorded on13 Aug 2026
Typical for 2016 Kia Ceed49,381 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSM16 MSU
MakeKia
ModelCeed
Year2016
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Aug 2026 90,995 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases silencer at seam (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 31 Jul 2025 77,802 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Pass 6 Aug 2024 66,973 miles

Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened 2 x rear suspension arms corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 14 Aug 2023 59,279 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2022 54,144 miles

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

Pass 2 Aug 2021 46,357 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2020 40,631 miles
Pass 15 May 2019 35,472 miles
Fail 14 May 2019 35,472 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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 MSU is a 2016 Kia Ceed in Red with a 1,396cc 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 SM16 MSU, 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 MSU registered?

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

Is SM16 MSU safe to buy?

The MOT history for SM16 MSU 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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