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2015 KIA Ceed 1.4L Petrol · DU65 ABO

DU65 ABO

2015 KIA Ceed (1.4L, petrol). First registered 07/09/2015. Recorded mileage 43,582 miles. MOT valid until 05/09/2027. Taxed until 01/10/2026.

Make & Model
KIA CEED
Year / Origin
2015 · Shrewsbury
MOT Status
Valid until 05/09/2027
Road Tax
Taxed (01/10/2026)
Recorded Mileage
43,582 mi
ULEZ Compliance
ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
Fuel & Engine
Petrol · 1.4L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults
MOT Status
Valid
Valid until 05/09/2027
Tax Status
Taxed
Tax due 01/10/2026
Fuel Type
Petrol
Year
2015
Engine
1396cc
Mechanical Assessment

AI-generated interpretation of this vehicle’s MOT record — not an official statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

This Kia Ceed presents an exceptionally stable maintenance profile with a consistent record of roadworthiness. The most recent MOT on 19 August 2025 at 42,263 miles resulted in a clean pass with no defects or advisories recorded. This follows a four-year trend of flawless test results, indicating a vehicle that has been maintained to a high standard. The mileage is remarkably low for an eleven-year-old vehicle, averaging roughly 3,842 miles per year. The accumulation has been steady and predictable, rising from 35,701 miles in August 2021 to 42,263 miles by August 2025. This linear growth suggests regular, light usage rather than long periods of stagnation, which typically helps preserve rubber components and seals. The absence of any advisories regarding brake discs, suspension bushes, or corrosion over five consecutive tests is rare. It suggests the previous owner prioritised preventative maintenance or that the vehicle has been kept in a low-stress environment. There are no recurring mechanical failures or structural warnings in the DVSA data to flag as areas of concern. A physical inspection should focus on components that degrade regardless of mileage. The buyer should check for perishing rubber on the tyres and inspect the brake fluid condition, as low-mileage cars often exceed service intervals for fluids. Checking for any signs of seizure in the brake calipers due to light use is the only technical precaution recommended given this specific history.

DU65 ABO Key Findings

  • 5 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 18/08/2026
  • 43,582 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 1 historical MOT failure
  • 1 defect noted at the latest MOT
  • Recurring suspension items (6 mentions)

Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.

MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
88
/ 100 · Good
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good

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✓ Good MOT pass rate (80%)
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DU65 ABO Mileage History

  1. 21/08/202338,531 mi
  2. 21/08/202440,425 mi+1,894 mi
  3. 19/08/202542,263 mi+1,838 mi
  4. 18/08/202643,582 mi+1,319 mi
  5. 18/08/202643,582 mi

Average of roughly 1,688 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

DU65 ABO MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 15 Sept 2026, 02:25
MOT Analysis

Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2015 Kia Ceed (DU65 ABO) between August 2023 and August 2026.

The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.

The most recent test on 18 August 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (6 issues), Brakes (1 issue), Windscreen (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 6 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.

Recorded failure items include: “Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))”; “Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))”.

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