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YF59 EXR

2009 Kia Ceed

Silver Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Nov 2026
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

89,988 mi
Last recorded89,988 miles
Recorded on15 Nov 2025
Typical for 2009 Kia Ceed66,475 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYF59 EXR
MakeKia
ModelCeed
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 15 Nov 2025 89,988 miles

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

exhaust front flexi deterioated

nsr and osr trailing arm front bushes slightly worn

Fail 31 Oct 2025 89,988 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Steering column top bearing excessively worn top bearing in motor excessive play clunking (2.2.2 (b))

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

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

exhaust front flexi deterioated

nsr and osr trailing arm front bushes slightly worn

Pass 17 Oct 2024 85,543 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2023 80,952 miles
Fail 11 Oct 2023 80,952 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 27 Oct 2022 76,501 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2021 71,978 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2020 68,206 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 24 Oct 2019 63,793 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2018 56,909 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2017 50,497 miles
Fail 1 Nov 2017 50,497 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 17 Nov 2016 44,775 miles
Fail 17 Nov 2016 44,775 miles

Nearside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 19 Nov 2015 38,275 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2014 33,244 miles
Fail 20 Nov 2014 33,244 miles

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

Pass 19 Nov 2013 27,304 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2012 21,594 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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YF59 EXR is a 2009 Kia Ceed in Silver with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

Across all 2009 Kia Ceed models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.6% with a typical mileage of 66,475 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 YF59 EXR, 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 17 years old, this Kia Ceed is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of YF59 EXR?

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What year was YF59 EXR registered?

YF59 EXR is a 2009 Kia Ceed, first registered on 8 December 2009.

Is YF59 EXR safe to buy?

The MOT history for YF59 EXR shows 19 tests with a 73.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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