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SM71 FXA

2022 Kia Ceed

Bronze Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Nov 2026
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

26,191 mi
Last recorded26,191 miles
Recorded on24 Nov 2025
Typical for 2022 Kia Ceed30,402 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSM71 FXA
MakeKia
ModelCeed
Year2022
ColourBronze
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Nov 2025 26,191 miles
Fail 24 Nov 2025 26,191 miles

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

Pass 20 Nov 2024 18,877 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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SM71 FXA is a 2022 Kia Ceed in Bronze with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2022 Kia Ceed models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.6% with a typical mileage of 30,402 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 SM71 FXA, 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 4 years old, this Kia Ceed is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of SM71 FXA?

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What year was SM71 FXA registered?

SM71 FXA is a 2022 Kia Ceed, first registered on 14 February 2022.

Is SM71 FXA safe to buy?

The MOT history for SM71 FXA shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does SM71 FXA have outstanding finance?

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