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YR08 KYF

2008 Kia Ceed

Silver Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Apr 2023
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

124,495 mi
Last recorded124,495 miles
Recorded on30 Apr 2022
Typical for 2008 Kia Ceed69,721 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYR08 KYF
MakeKia
ModelCeed
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Apr 2022 124,495 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

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

Pass 4 Mar 2021 107,402 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2020 96,092 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2019 82,629 miles

Nearside Rear tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 9 Mar 2018 73,579 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2017 63,153 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2016 52,199 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2015 47,050 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2015 47,050 miles

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

Pass 9 May 2014 43,171 miles
Pass 13 May 2013 36,812 miles
Pass 10 May 2012 31,153 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2011 24,750 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 KYF is a 2008 Kia Ceed in Silver with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 KYF, 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 KYF registered?

YR08 KYF is a 2008 Kia Ceed, first registered on 14 May 2008.

Is YR08 KYF safe to buy?

The MOT history for YR08 KYF shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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