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YC08 TVM

2008 Kia Ceed

Red Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Apr 2021
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

121,705 mi
Last recorded121,705 miles
Recorded on9 Apr 2020
Typical for 2008 Kia Ceed69,721 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYC08 TVM
MakeKia
ModelCeed
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Apr 2020 121,705 miles

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (all) (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Centre section (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both front worn close to legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Underside of vehicle corroded

Pass 17 Apr 2019 114,579 miles

Offside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))

Underside of vehicle slightly corroded

Pass 19 Apr 2018 105,339 miles

Offside Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement front bush (2.4.G.2)

Rear subframe slightly corroded

Fail 19 Apr 2018 105,339 miles

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

Offside Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement front bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Rear subframe slightly corroded

Pass 20 Apr 2017 94,594 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2017 94,546 miles

Nearside Rear Tie bar/rod has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 13 Apr 2016 83,467 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2015 73,154 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated

Fuel tank strap corroded

Nearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 29 Apr 2014 62,877 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2013 51,329 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2013 51,329 miles

Trailer electrical socket (13 pin) not operating the trailer lamps as intended (1.9.4)

Pass 23 Apr 2012 40,378 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2011 29,985 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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YC08 TVM is a 2008 Kia Ceed in Red with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 YC08 TVM, 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 YC08 TVM registered?

YC08 TVM is a 2008 Kia Ceed, first registered on 30 April 2008.

Is YC08 TVM safe to buy?

The MOT history for YC08 TVM shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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