Vehicle summary
ULEZ status is estimated based on fuel type and registration year. It may not reflect the actual emission standard of this vehicle. Check with TfL for a definitive answer.
At a glance
This 2007 Kia Ceed Petrol 1591cc has had 19 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 7 (63% pass rate). It has 146,005 miles on the clock, averaging 8,232 miles per year, around the UK average of 7,400. The 2.0 CVVT engine is known for g4fc and vvt oil control valve.
MOT & Mileage History for CU57 DSE
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 146,005 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 7,488 |
| Average per year | 8,232 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 19 tests on record
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Reported issues for this Kia Ceed
These are the most commonly reported problems on Kia Ceed models (2007–2012), based on owner reports and workshop data across the UK.
G4FC
VVT Oil Control Valve (solenoid/valve assembly)
Clogs with oil sludge/varnish, restricting oil flow to the cam phaser, or solenoid coil fails electrically.
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | CU57 DSE |
| Make | Kia |
| Model | Ceed |
| Colour | Red |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1591cc |
| Year | 2007 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | CU — Swansea, Cymru (Wales) |
| Age identifier | 57 — September 2007 to February 2008 |
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About CU57 DSE
What car is CU57 DSE?
CU57 DSE is a red Kia Ceed, petrol (1591cc). First registered in Swansea in 2007.
What is the mileage of CU57 DSE?
The last recorded mileage for CU57 DSE was 146,005 miles, recorded on 28 Nov 2023 during its most recent MOT test.
Has CU57 DSE passed its MOT?
CU57 DSE has had 19 MOT tests with a 63% pass rate (12 passes, 7 failures). It last was tested on 28 Nov 2023.
Is CU57 DSE ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, CU57 DSE is likely ULEZ compliant. Petrol post-2005 (Euro 4). This is an estimate based on typical emission standards — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker for a definitive answer.
How old is CU57 DSE?
CU57 DSE is approximately 19 years old. Age identifier 57 means registered between 1 September 2007 and 28 February 2008.