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BD61 AAV

2011 Kia Ceed

Black Diesel 1582cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 May 2027
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

158,489 mi
Last recorded158,489 miles
Recorded on7 May 2026
Typical for 2011 Kia Ceed69,337 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBD61 AAV
MakeKia
ModelCeed
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,582cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 May 2026 158,489 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2026 158,122 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2025 149,268 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2024 144,494 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2024 144,218 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2023 139,117 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2023 138,981 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2022 134,428 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2019 122,122 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2018 115,927 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2017 109,483 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2015 90,333 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Nov 2014 72,382 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 5 Nov 2014 72,382 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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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BD61 AAV is a 2011 Kia Ceed in Black with a 1,582cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 2011 Kia Ceed models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.5% with a typical mileage of 69,337 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 BD61 AAV, 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 15 years old, this Kia Ceed is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of BD61 AAV?

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What year was BD61 AAV registered?

BD61 AAV is a 2011 Kia Ceed, first registered on 7 December 2011.

Is BD61 AAV safe to buy?

The MOT history for BD61 AAV shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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