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 2009 Kia Ceed Petrol 1591cc has had 20 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 6 (70% pass rate). It has 78,739 miles on the clock, averaging 4,691 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400. The 2.0 CVVT engine is known for g4fc and vvt oil control valve.
MOT & Mileage History for SM09 ELO
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 78,739 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 6 |
| Average per year | 4,691 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 20 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 | SM09 ELO |
| Make | Kia |
| Model | Ceed |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1591cc |
| Year | 2009 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SM — Edinburgh, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 09 — March 2009 to August 2009 |
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About SM09 ELO
What car is SM09 ELO?
SM09 ELO is an silver Kia Ceed, petrol (1591cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2009.
What is the mileage of SM09 ELO?
The last recorded mileage for SM09 ELO was 78,739 miles, recorded on 27 Nov 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SM09 ELO passed its MOT?
SM09 ELO has had 20 MOT tests with a 70% pass rate (14 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 27 Nov 2025.
Is SM09 ELO ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SM09 ELO 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 SM09 ELO?
SM09 ELO is approximately 17 years old. Age identifier 09 means registered between 1 March 2009 and 31 August 2009.