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 Diesel 1582cc has had 19 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 5 (74% pass rate). It has 174,050 miles on the clock, averaging 11,457 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. The 1.6 CRDi engine is known for d4fb.
MOT & Mileage History for EF57 COU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 174,050 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 5,826 |
| Average per year | 11,457 |
| 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.
D4FB
Carbon clogging leads to valve sticking; DPF fails to regen properly on short trips.
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | EF57 COU |
| Make | Kia |
| Model | Ceed |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1582cc |
| Year | 2007 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | EF — Chelmsford, Essex |
| Age identifier | 57 — September 2007 to February 2008 |
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About EF57 COU
What car is EF57 COU?
EF57 COU is an black Kia Ceed, diesel (1582cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2007.
What is the mileage of EF57 COU?
The last recorded mileage for EF57 COU was 174,050 miles, recorded on 2 Dec 2023 during its most recent MOT test.
Has EF57 COU passed its MOT?
EF57 COU has had 19 MOT tests with a 74% pass rate (14 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 2 Dec 2023.
Is EF57 COU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, EF57 COU is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2007, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is EF57 COU?
EF57 COU is approximately 19 years old. Age identifier 57 means registered between 1 September 2007 and 28 February 2008.