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VU16 SZT

2016 Kia Ceed

Black Diesel 1582cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Oct 2026
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

71,400 mi
Last recorded71,400 miles
Recorded on3 Oct 2025
Typical for 2016 Kia Ceed49,381 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVU16 SZT
MakeKia
ModelCeed
Year2016
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,582cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 3 Oct 2025 71,400 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2025 71,318 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2024 64,264 miles

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

Pass 24 Feb 2023 53,960 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both rear tyres cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 4 Mar 2022 46,219 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2021 43,799 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 4 Mar 2020 42,594 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2019 34,391 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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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VU16 SZT is a 2016 Kia Ceed in Black with a 1,582cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2016 Kia Ceed models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.0% with a typical mileage of 49,381 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 VU16 SZT, 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 10 years old, this Kia Ceed is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of VU16 SZT?

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What year was VU16 SZT registered?

VU16 SZT is a 2016 Kia Ceed, first registered on 1 March 2016.

Is VU16 SZT safe to buy?

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Does VU16 SZT have outstanding finance?

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