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SY08 UBM

2008 Kia Ceed

Black Diesel 1582cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jan 2019
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

75,483 mi
Last recorded75,483 miles
Recorded on22 Jan 2018
Typical for 2008 Kia Ceed69,721 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSY08 UBM
MakeKia
ModelCeed
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,582cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Jan 2018 75,483 miles
Fail 22 Jan 2018 75,483 miles

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' (8.3.1b)

Pass 2 Oct 2017 74,333 miles
Fail 2 Oct 2017 74,333 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Nearside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.4.A.2h)

Offside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 2 Aug 2016 67,229 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2016 63,896 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2015 54,407 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2014 43,786 miles

Both front tyres have small cuts in sidewall, cords not exposed.

Fail 1 Mar 2014 43,786 miles

Both front tyres have small cuts in sidewall, cords not exposed.

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 26 Mar 2013 34,837 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2012 26,412 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2011 20,165 miles

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

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 UBM is a 2008 Kia Ceed in Black with a 1,582cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 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 UBM, 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 SY08 UBM registered?

SY08 UBM is a 2008 Kia Ceed, first registered on 27 March 2008.

Is SY08 UBM safe to buy?

The MOT history for SY08 UBM shows 12 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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