CarVerify

Free Car Check

DK57 ZDS

2007 Kia Ceed

Black Diesel 1582cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Sep 2024
Tests21 (14 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

161,140 mi
Last recorded161,140 miles
Recorded on7 Sep 2023
Typical for 2007 Kia Ceed70,864 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Kia
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationDK57 ZDS
MakeKia
ModelCeed
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,582cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

14 pass 7 fail
Pass 7 Sep 2023 161,140 miles

Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both side front bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) Both sides ()

Pass 6 Sep 2022 150,640 miles

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Central Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

Front Service brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Front suspension arm front bushes & rear suspension arms bushes split but not resulting in excessive movement

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

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Rear Coil spring corroded Both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 26 Aug 2022 150,536 miles

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Central Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

Front Service brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Front suspension arm front bushes & rear suspension arms bushes split but not resulting in excessive movement

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

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Rear Coil spring corroded Both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 24 Aug 2021 147,906 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) Both sides ()

Pass 14 Sep 2020 140,162 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Tyre obviously under inflated All (5.2.3 (l))

Fail 2 Sep 2020 140,162 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault Sensor (1.6 (b))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid No pump (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Tyre obviously under inflated All (5.2.3 (l))

Pass 29 Aug 2019 133,156 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2018 124,816 miles

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

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Rear brake disc corroded on outer face

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

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

Pass 1 Sep 2017 118,731 miles

Front Battery insecure

Fail 1 Sep 2017 118,731 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Front Battery insecure

Pass 24 Aug 2016 111,889 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2015 99,675 miles

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

Fail 29 Aug 2015 99,675 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Pass 29 Aug 2014 88,908 miles

Nearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

o/s/r wheel slight resistance; advise brake clean

Fail 29 Aug 2014 88,908 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

o/s/r wheel slight resistance; advise brake clean

Pass 29 Aug 2013 79,869 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Fail 29 Aug 2013 79,869 miles

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

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Fail 28 Aug 2012 67,979 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 28 Aug 2012 67,979 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2011 60,026 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2010 45,289 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
Full Kia Ceed reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

DK57 ZDS is a 2007 Kia Ceed in Black with a 1,582cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2007 Kia Ceed models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.7% with a typical mileage of 70,864 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 DK57 ZDS, 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 19 years old, this Kia Ceed is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of DK57 ZDS?

You can check the full history of DK57 ZDS by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was DK57 ZDS registered?

DK57 ZDS is a 2007 Kia Ceed, first registered on 4 September 2007.

Is DK57 ZDS safe to buy?

The MOT history for DK57 ZDS shows 21 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does DK57 ZDS have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on DK57 ZDS. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.