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SX08 FMG

2008 Kia Ceed

White Diesel 1582cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Sep 2023
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

113,865 mi
Last recorded113,865 miles
Recorded on14 Sep 2022
Typical for 2008 Kia Ceed69,721 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSX08 FMG
MakeKia
ModelCeed
Year2008
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,582cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 14 Sep 2022 113,865 miles

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

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

Fail 8 Sep 2022 133,865 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 9 Sep 2021 113,098 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2021 113,098 miles

Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn drop link (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect bulb?? (4.1.2 (c))

Steering rack has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) knuckle??offside rack?? (2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Sep 2020 106,113 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 15 Sep 2020 106,113 miles

Offside Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 3 Sep 2019 95,957 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2019 95,952 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Offside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 13 Sep 2018 82,418 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2017 67,560 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2016 609,001 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2015 54,531 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2014 50,111 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2013 45,233 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 11 Sep 2012 40,662 miles

Nail in rear tyre

Pass 16 Aug 2011 38,797 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 FMG is a 2008 Kia Ceed in White with a 1,582cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 FMG, 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 FMG registered?

SX08 FMG is a 2008 Kia Ceed, first registered on 6 August 2008.

Is SX08 FMG safe to buy?

The MOT history for SX08 FMG shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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