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WV16 OMU

2016 Kia Ceed

Blue Diesel 1582cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Feb 2027
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

197,255 mi
Last recorded197,255 miles
Recorded on26 Feb 2026
Typical for 2016 Kia Ceed49,381 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWV16 OMU
MakeKia
ModelCeed
Year2016
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,582cc

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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Pass 26 Feb 2026 197,255 miles

Central Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Central Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 24 Feb 2026 197,253 miles

Central Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Nearside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Central Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Central Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 24 Feb 2025 185,628 miles

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

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chip in screen (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Feb 2024 176,640 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer edge worn, 205/55R16 (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer edge worn, 205/55R16 (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Tyre pressure warning light on

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chipped (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 22 Feb 2024 176,640 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer edge worn, 205/55R16 (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer edge worn, 205/55R16 (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Tyre pressure warning light on

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chipped (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Jan 2023 160,237 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.2mm and outer edge bald. 205/55R16 (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.8mm and outer edge bald. 205/55R16 (5.2.3 (e))

Tyre pressure warning light on

Fail 12 Jan 2023 160,237 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Seat belt not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (c))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.2mm and outer edge bald. 205/55R16 (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.8mm and outer edge bald. 205/55R16 (5.2.3 (e))

Tyre pressure warning light on

Pass 27 Jan 2022 143,854 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2021 138,658 miles

low tyre light on

n/s/f tyre underinflated

park brake only just met min requirement

Fail 5 Feb 2021 138,658 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction mil on (8.2.2.2 (g))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid front (3.5 (a))

low tyre light on

n/s/f tyre underinflated

park brake only just met min requirement

Pass 28 Feb 2020 125,099 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged wearing uneven - keep under observation (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 13 Feb 2019 93,684 miles

Rear inner brake pads appear low but unable to see them clearly

n/s/r tyre inner edge worn unevenly

Fail 13 Feb 2019 93,684 miles

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Rear inner brake pads appear low but unable to see them clearly

n/s/r tyre inner edge worn unevenly

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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WV16 OMU is a 2016 Kia Ceed in Blue with a 1,582cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

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 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 WV16 OMU, 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.

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What year was WV16 OMU registered?

WV16 OMU is a 2016 Kia Ceed, first registered on 1 March 2016.

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