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SY08 PHF

2008 Kia Ceed

Silver Diesel 1582cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Mar 2014
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

60,420 mi
Last recorded60,420 miles
Recorded on8 Mar 2013
Typical for 2008 Kia Ceed69,721 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSY08 PHF
MakeKia
ModelCeed
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,582cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Mar 2013 60,420 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2012 49,692 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2011 41,145 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

both front tyre treads worn on inside edges recommend replaced soon

Fail 9 Mar 2011 41,145 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

both front tyre treads worn on inside edges recommend replaced soon

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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SY08 PHF is a 2008 Kia Ceed in Silver with a 1,582cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 4 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 SY08 PHF, 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

How do I check the history of SY08 PHF?

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What year was SY08 PHF registered?

SY08 PHF is a 2008 Kia Ceed, first registered on 31 March 2008.

Is SY08 PHF safe to buy?

The MOT history for SY08 PHF shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does SY08 PHF have outstanding finance?

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