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SV08 YWS

2008 Kia Ceed

Blue Diesel 1582cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Oct 2020
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

133,145 mi
Last recorded133,145 miles
Recorded on3 Apr 2019
Typical for 2008 Kia Ceed69,721 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSV08 YWS
MakeKia
ModelCeed
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,582cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Apr 2019 133,145 miles

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

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

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

Pass 4 Apr 2018 117,499 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2017 107,552 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2016 94,996 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2015 85,757 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2014 74,977 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 4 Apr 2014 74,977 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Pass 26 Mar 2013 63,011 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2012 50,012 miles

wipers smearing slightly

Fail 29 Mar 2012 50,012 miles

front brake juddering severely (3.7.A.2b)

wipers smearing slightly

Pass 25 Mar 2011 37,297 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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SV08 YWS is a 2008 Kia Ceed in Blue with a 1,582cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 2008 Kia Ceed models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.2% with a typical mileage of 69,721 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 SV08 YWS, 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 18 years old, this Kia Ceed is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was SV08 YWS registered?

SV08 YWS is a 2008 Kia Ceed, first registered on 28 March 2008.

Is SV08 YWS safe to buy?

The MOT history for SV08 YWS shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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