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YR08 VPJ

2008 Kia Ceed

White Diesel 1582cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Mar 2026
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

130,370 mi
Last recorded130,370 miles
Recorded on27 Feb 2025
Typical for 2008 Kia Ceed69,721 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYR08 VPJ
MakeKia
ModelCeed
Year2008
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,582cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 27 Feb 2025 130,370 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 6 Mar 2024 130,274 miles

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

handbreak reserve travel

Fail 6 Mar 2024 130,274 miles

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

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

handbreak reserve travel

Pass 11 Feb 2023 130,171 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 2 Mar 2022 130,070 miles

Nearside Rear 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))

Rear handbreak travel

Pass 6 Mar 2021 129,829 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2020 129,758 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2019 129,575 miles
Fail 7 Mar 2019 129,575 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel fixing loose (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Mar 2018 129,088 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2017 128,326 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

n\s washer jet not working

Pass 9 Feb 2016 127,425 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 5 Mar 2015 126,688 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 21 Mar 2014 111,237 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2014 111,237 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 19 Mar 2013 94,859 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2012 78,651 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2012 78,651 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 28 Mar 2011 59,019 miles

large amount of park brake travel

Fail 28 Mar 2011 59,019 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

large amount of park brake travel

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 VPJ is a 2008 Kia Ceed in White with a 1,582cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 VPJ, 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 VPJ registered?

YR08 VPJ is a 2008 Kia Ceed, first registered on 31 March 2008.

Is YR08 VPJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for YR08 VPJ shows 20 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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