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VU61 CLF

2011 Kia Ceed

Silver Diesel 1991cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Sep 2018
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

129,760 mi
Last recorded129,760 miles
Recorded on18 Sep 2017
Typical for 2011 Kia Ceed69,337 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVU61 CLF
MakeKia
ModelCeed
Year2011
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,991cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Sep 2017 129,760 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit On 2mm. (4.1.E.1)

Fail 18 Sep 2017 129,760 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

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

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt lower ball joint gaiter. (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit On 2mm. (4.1.E.1)

Pass 21 Oct 2016 111,069 miles

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

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (3.5.1i)

Fail 20 Oct 2016 111,667 miles

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

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

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

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (3.5.1i)

Pass 3 Nov 2015 87,526 miles
Fail 3 Nov 2015 87,526 miles

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

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

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 17 Nov 2014 59,963 miles

brake pads worn low

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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VU61 CLF is a 2011 Kia Ceed in Silver with a 1,991cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

Across all 2011 Kia Ceed models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.5% with a typical mileage of 69,337 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 VU61 CLF, 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 15 years old, this Kia Ceed is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was VU61 CLF registered?

VU61 CLF is a 2011 Kia Ceed, first registered on 1 November 2011.

Is VU61 CLF safe to buy?

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