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VU58 XTP

2008 Kia Ceed

Red Diesel 1991cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Aug 2019
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

109,448 mi
Last recorded109,448 miles
Recorded on20 Aug 2018
Typical for 2008 Kia Ceed69,721 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVU58 XTP
MakeKia
ModelCeed
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,991cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Aug 2018 109,448 miles

Coil spring corroded All Four Coil Springs (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 18 Aug 2017 102,554 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2016 97,248 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2015 91,161 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2014 81,186 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2013 70,745 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

offside rear tyre worn on inner shoulder.

Pass 12 Oct 2012 56,949 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

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

Pass 30 Sep 2011 43,198 miles

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

Fail 30 Sep 2011 43,198 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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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VU58 XTP is a 2008 Kia Ceed in Red with a 1,991cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 VU58 XTP, 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 VU58 XTP registered?

VU58 XTP is a 2008 Kia Ceed, first registered on 30 September 2008.

Is VU58 XTP safe to buy?

The MOT history for VU58 XTP shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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