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AP16 FCE

2016 Kia Ceed

White Petrol 1368cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Nov 2026
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

74,968 mi
Last recorded74,968 miles
Recorded on7 Nov 2025
Typical for 2016 Kia Ceed49,381 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAP16 FCE
MakeKia
ModelCeed
Year2016
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,368cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Nov 2025 74,968 miles

Nearside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 6 Nov 2024 65,902 miles

Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin unable to fully inspect (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement advise replacement soon (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin offside and nearside, unable to inspect inner pads to confirm legal thickness (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 13 Nov 2023 56,380 miles

Nearside Front DRL not working

Pass 11 Oct 2022 48,171 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 15 Oct 2021 40,508 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test From rear view mirror ()

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Cracking within the tread area (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 15 Oct 2021 40,508 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test From rear view mirror ()

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

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

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Cracking within the tread area (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 23 Oct 2020 35,068 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords On inner edge of tread (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 24 May 2019 25,203 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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AP16 FCE is a 2016 Kia Ceed in White with a 1,368cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 2016 Kia Ceed models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.0% with a typical mileage of 49,381 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 AP16 FCE, 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 10 years old, this Kia Ceed is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was AP16 FCE registered?

AP16 FCE is a 2016 Kia Ceed, first registered on 31 May 2016.

Is AP16 FCE safe to buy?

The MOT history for AP16 FCE shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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