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SY58 VBJ

2008 Kia Ceed

Grey Petrol 1591cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Feb 2018
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

59,649 mi
Last recorded59,649 miles
Recorded on13 Feb 2017
Typical for 2008 Kia Ceed69,721 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSY58 VBJ
MakeKia
ModelCeed
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,591cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Feb 2017 59,649 miles

Nearside Outer sill damage

Fail 13 Feb 2017 59,649 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Nearside Outer sill damage

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 20 Feb 2016 50,353 miles

2 x rear coil springs corroded

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement front bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement front bush (2.4.G.2)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 9 Feb 2015 40,340 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 9 Feb 2015 40,340 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 17 Feb 2014 30,998 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2013 23,567 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

front brake discs worn

Pass 29 Feb 2012 13,547 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 8 Sep 2011 12,422 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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SY58 VBJ is a 2008 Kia Ceed in Grey with a 1,591cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 SY58 VBJ, 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.

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What year was SY58 VBJ registered?

SY58 VBJ is a 2008 Kia Ceed, first registered on 16 October 2008.

Is SY58 VBJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for SY58 VBJ shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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