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Y4 NPM

2017 Kia Ceed

Grey Diesel 1999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Dec 2026
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

120,377 mi
Last recorded120,377 miles
Recorded on12 Dec 2025
Typical for 2017 Kia Ceed45,826 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY4 NPM
MakeKia
ModelCeed
Year2017
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,999cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Dec 2025 120,377 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2025 87,020 miles

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Fail 6 Sep 2025 87,017 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Tyre pressure monitoring system malfunctioning or obviously inoperative malfunctioning (5.2.3 (h))

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 20 Dec 2024 112,075 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2024 87,013 miles

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Windscreen wiper blade defective starting to smear (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 23 Dec 2023 101,137 miles

Rear Oil leak, but not excessive diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Apr 2023 71,952 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2022 86,546 miles

Rear Oil leak, but not excessive Differential (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 8 Dec 2022 86,546 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Offside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Rear Oil leak, but not excessive Differential (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Mar 2022 58,132 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2021 77,642 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Mar 2021 41,311 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2020 68,856 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2020 65,788 miles
Pass 10 May 2020

COVID-19 6 MONTH EXTENSION

Pass 27 Jul 2019 33,487 miles

NOTE: Manufacturer's displayed maximum smoke limit: 0.51m-1 (on VIN plate)

Nearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tyre wearing smooth/devoid of tread on inner shoulder SIZE: 195/65R15V (H not V speed rating is original fitment as on rear tyres) (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tyre worn smooth/devoid of tread on inner shoulder & through outer casing - strong advise to monitor wear for cord exposure which may soon happen due to tyre use/road conditions (no exposure at time of test) (5.2.3 (e))

Vehicle has wheel trims fitted that obscure some hub components

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

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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Y4 NPM is a 2017 Kia Ceed in Grey with a 1,999cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

Across all 2017 Kia Ceed models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.0% with a typical mileage of 45,826 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 Y4 NPM, 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 9 years old, this Kia Ceed is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was Y4 NPM registered?

Y4 NPM is a 2017 Kia Ceed, first registered on 18 May 2017.

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