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 1582cc has had 17 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 6 (65% pass rate). It has 86,598 miles on the clock, averaging 5,816 miles per year, 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 SM59 CVZ
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 86,598 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 5,816 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 17 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 | SM59 CVZ |
| Make | Kia |
| Model | Ceed |
| Colour | Red |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1582cc |
| Year | 2009 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SM — Edinburgh, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 59 — September 2009 to February 2010 |
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About SM59 CVZ
What car is SM59 CVZ?
SM59 CVZ is an red Kia Ceed, petrol (1582cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2009.
What is the mileage of SM59 CVZ?
The last recorded mileage for SM59 CVZ was 86,598 miles, recorded on 3 Nov 2022 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SM59 CVZ passed its MOT?
SM59 CVZ has had 17 MOT tests with a 65% pass rate (11 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 3 Nov 2022.
Is SM59 CVZ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SM59 CVZ 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 SM59 CVZ?
SM59 CVZ is approximately 17 years old. Age identifier 59 means registered between 1 September 2009 and 28 February 2010.