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SX08 BVT

2008 Kia Ceed

Silver Diesel 1582cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jul 2019
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

120,174 mi
Last recorded120,174 miles
Recorded on4 Jul 2018
Typical for 2008 Kia Ceed69,721 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSX08 BVT
MakeKia
ModelCeed
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,582cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Jul 2018 120,174 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2017 112,390 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2016 101,675 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2015 89,010 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2014 77,849 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2013 65,851 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2013 65,851 miles

Nearside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 2 Jul 2012 53,736 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2011 41,105 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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SX08 BVT is a 2008 Kia Ceed in Silver with a 1,582cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 SX08 BVT, 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 SX08 BVT registered?

SX08 BVT is a 2008 Kia Ceed, first registered on 9 July 2008.

Is SX08 BVT safe to buy?

The MOT history for SX08 BVT 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.

Does SX08 BVT have outstanding finance?

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