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Kia Ceed 3 CRDI Isg MHEV Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults

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Is the Kia Ceed 3 CRDI Isg MHEV reliable? We analysed 792 real MOT tests across 323 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 792 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
82.1%
Typical Mileage
48,124mi
Annual Mileage
11,147mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
yrs

The Kia Ceed 3 CRDI Isg MHEV is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Kia Ceed 3 CRDI Isg MHEV.

Kia Ceed 3 CRDI Isg MHEV Number Plates

Number plates registered to a Kia Ceed 3 CRDI Isg MHEV. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.

Kia Ceed 3 CRDI Isg MHEV MOT Pass Rate by Year

How likely is a Kia Ceed 3 CRDI Isg MHEV to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.

85.1%
2023
83.6%
2022
81.6%
2021

Kia Ceed 3 CRDI Isg MHEV Common Faults & Problems

These are the most common serious faults found on Kia Ceed 3 CRDI Isg MHEV models during MOT testing — flagged as dangerous or major failures that need immediate attention.

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 13
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 6
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 5
Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 5

Kia Ceed 3 CRDI Isg MHEV Mileage — What's Normal?

How many miles does a typical Kia Ceed 3 CRDI Isg MHEV owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.

Low usage
7,077 mi/yr
Typical
11,147 mi/yr
Average
12,228 mi/yr
Heavy usage
15,710 mi/yr

Kia Ceed 3 CRDI Isg MHEV MOT Data by Registration Year

Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Kia Ceed 3 CRDI Isg MHEV year you're looking at.

Year Tests Pass Rate Low Mi. Typical Mi. High Mi.
2023 74 85.1% 10,766 30,754 51,142
2022 67 83.6% 28,448 40,405 49,783
2021 630 81.6% 35,088 49,357 69,292

How Long Does a Kia Ceed 3 CRDI Isg MHEV Last?

Based on 323 Kia Ceed 3 CRDI Isg MHEV vehicles on UK roads.

Average
3.2 years
Median
3.0 years

Kia Ceed 3 CRDI Isg MHEV Mileage Distribution

Total mileage recorded across all Kia Ceed 3 CRDI Isg MHEV MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.

Median
48,124 mi
75th Percentile
67,336 mi
95th Percentile
97,335 mi
Max Recorded
155,383 mi

Best Year to Buy a Used Kia Ceed 3 CRDI Isg MHEV

Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.

Best year
2023

85.1% MOT pass rate from 74 tests

Year to avoid
2021

81.6% MOT pass rate from 630 tests

The best year to buy a used Kia Ceed 3 CRDI Isg MHEV is 2023, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 85.1% across 74 tests. The 2021 model year has the lowest pass rate at 81.6% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.

How Does the Kia Ceed 3 CRDI Isg MHEV Compare?

MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.

Model Pass Rate Tests Typical Mileage Lifespan
Kia Ceed 3 CRDI Isg MHEV THIS CAR 82.1% 792 48,124 mi — yrs
Kia Sportage 80.4% 2,634,551 53,679 mi 26 yrs
Kia Picanto 77.1% 2,626,043 39,084 mi 22 yrs
Kia Ceed 76.1% 1,665,385 60,630 mi 19 yrs
MG Hs Trophy S-a 96.4% 274 12,146 mi — yrs

Compared to the Kia Sportage (80.4% pass rate) and the Kia Picanto (77.1% pass rate), the Kia Ceed 3 CRDI Isg MHEV outperforms both on MOT reliability.

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Should you buy a used Kia Ceed 3 CRDI Isg MHEV?

The Kia Ceed 3 CRDI Isg MHEV has an overall MOT pass rate of 82.1% across 792 real MOT tests — comfortably above the UK average, which puts it among the more reliable models on UK roads.

On the safety side, the most frequently flagged dangerous fault is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm. Dangerous faults cause an immediate MOT failure and mean the vehicle is not roadworthy until repaired. If you're viewing a Kia Ceed 3 CRDI Isg MHEV with an expired or recently passed MOT, ask the seller whether any dangerous faults were found and fixed during the last test.

A typical Kia Ceed 3 CRDI Isg MHEV owner drives around 11,147 miles per year. If the car you're looking at is significantly above this, expect more wear on suspension, brakes and tyres. If it's well below, the vehicle may have been sitting unused — check for perished rubber, corroded discs and stale fluids.

Before committing to a purchase, we recommend running a full vehicle history check on the specific car. This will reveal any outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies that the seller may not disclose — and that the MOT data alone can't tell you.

Kia Ceed 3 CRDI Isg MHEV — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Kia Ceed 3 CRDI Isg MHEV reliable?
Based on 792 MOT tests, the Kia Ceed 3 CRDI Isg MHEV has a 82.1% pass rate — above the UK average, suggesting good reliability.
What are the common problems on a Kia Ceed 3 CRDI Isg MHEV?
The most common failure point is general wear and tear.
How many miles does a Kia Ceed 3 CRDI Isg MHEV do per year?
The typical Kia Ceed 3 CRDI Isg MHEV does around 11,147 miles per year. Anything significantly above or below this is worth investigating.
How long does a Kia Ceed 3 CRDI Isg MHEV last?
Lifespan data is not yet available for this model.
Should I get a vehicle check before buying a Kia Ceed 3 CRDI Isg MHEV?
Yes. An MOT pass rate tells you about the model in general, but a vehicle history check reveals the specific car's finance, stolen, write-off and mileage history — things the seller may not disclose.
What is the best year to buy a Kia Ceed 3 CRDI Isg MHEV?
Based on MOT pass rates, the best year to buy a used Kia Ceed 3 CRDI Isg MHEV is 2023 with a 85.1% pass rate across 74 tests.