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

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Is the Kia Ceed 3 Isg reliable? We analysed 81 real MOT tests across 168 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 81 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
92.6%
Typical Mileage
40,949mi
Annual Mileage
mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
yrs

The Kia Ceed 3 Isg 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 Isg.

Kia Ceed 3 Isg Number Plates

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

Kia Ceed 3 Isg Mileage Distribution

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

Median
40,949 mi
75th Percentile
53,073 mi
95th Percentile
75,142 mi
Max Recorded
81,974 mi

How Does the Kia Ceed 3 Isg 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 Isg THIS CAR 92.6% 81 40,949 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
Ford Focus Zetec TDI 58.8% 119 153,833 mi — yrs

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

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Should you buy a used Kia Ceed 3 Isg?

The Kia Ceed 3 Isg has an overall MOT pass rate of 92.6% across 81 real MOT tests — comfortably above the UK average, which puts it among the more reliable models on UK roads.

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 Isg — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Kia Ceed 3 Isg reliable?
Based on 81 MOT tests, the Kia Ceed 3 Isg has a 92.6% pass rate — above the UK average, suggesting good reliability.
What are the common problems on a Kia Ceed 3 Isg?
The most common failure point is general wear and tear.
How many miles does a Kia Ceed 3 Isg do per year?
Mileage data is not yet available for this model.
How long does a Kia Ceed 3 Isg last?
Lifespan data is not yet available for this model.
Should I get a vehicle check before buying a Kia Ceed 3 Isg?
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.