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XLJ 711X

2008 Kia Ceed

Red Diesel 1582cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Sep 2022
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

99,906 mi
Last recorded99,906 miles
Recorded on15 Sep 2021
Typical for 2008 Kia Ceed69,721 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXLJ 711X
MakeKia
ModelCeed
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,582cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Sep 2021 99,906 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) both ()

Offside Rear Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Fail 10 Sep 2021 99,906 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) both ()

Offside Rear Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 14 Aug 2020 94,156 miles

Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

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

Pass 4 Sep 2019 90,362 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2019 90,362 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Oct 2018 82,863 miles

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

Pass 31 Oct 2017 74,728 miles
Fail 30 Oct 2017 74,725 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 23 Mar 2017 70,530 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2016 63,654 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2015 56,014 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 26 Mar 2014 48,942 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 27 Mar 2013 41,866 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2012 37,017 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2011 30,193 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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XLJ 711X is a 2008 Kia Ceed in Red with a 1,582cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 XLJ 711X, 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 XLJ 711X registered?

XLJ 711X is a 2008 Kia Ceed, first registered on 4 April 2008.

Is XLJ 711X safe to buy?

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