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YR08 CZJ

2008 Kia Ceed

Bronze Petrol 1591cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Mar 2023
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

108,795 mi
Last recorded108,795 miles
Recorded on7 Mar 2022
Typical for 2008 Kia Ceed69,721 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYR08 CZJ
MakeKia
ModelCeed
Year2008
ColourBronze
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,591cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Mar 2022 108,795 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2019 93,253 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2018 86,203 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2018 78,205 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2016 59,402 miles
Fail 19 Jan 2016 59,402 miles

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Rear Brake pad(s) modified and seriously weakened (3.5.1n)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid BOTH (8.2.3)

Pass 10 Feb 2015 52,669 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2014 45,236 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2013 37,928 miles
Fail 12 Feb 2013 37,843 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Pass 15 Feb 2012 30,509 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2011 24,135 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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YR08 CZJ is a 2008 Kia Ceed in Bronze with a 1,591cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 YR08 CZJ, 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 YR08 CZJ registered?

YR08 CZJ is a 2008 Kia Ceed, first registered on 11 March 2008.

Is YR08 CZJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for YR08 CZJ shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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