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

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Is the Kia Ceed GT Isg reliable? We analysed 1,240 real MOT tests across 268 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 1,240 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
87.7%
Typical Mileage
29,646mi
Annual Mileage
6,996mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
yrs

The Kia Ceed GT 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 GT Isg.

Kia Ceed GT Isg Number Plates

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

Kia Ceed GT Isg MOT Pass Rate by Year

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

86.1%
2020
88.6%
2019

Kia Ceed GT Isg Common Faults & Problems

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

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 28
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 9
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 7
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 6
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 5
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 5
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 5

Kia Ceed GT Isg Mileage — What's Normal?

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

Low usage
4,929 mi/yr
Typical
6,996 mi/yr
Average
8,053 mi/yr
Heavy usage
9,826 mi/yr

Kia Ceed GT Isg MOT Data by Registration Year

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

Year Tests Pass Rate Low Mi. Typical Mi. High Mi.
2020 454 86.1% 20,756 29,107 39,054
2019 765 88.6% 20,526 29,732 41,601

How Long Does a Kia Ceed GT Isg Last?

Based on 268 Kia Ceed GT Isg vehicles on UK roads.

Average
5.3 years
Median
5.0 years

Kia Ceed GT Isg Mileage Distribution

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

Median
29,646 mi
75th Percentile
41,078 mi
95th Percentile
68,964 mi
Max Recorded
113,919 mi

Best Year to Buy a Used Kia Ceed GT Isg

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

Best year
2019

88.6% MOT pass rate from 765 tests

Year to avoid
2020

86.1% MOT pass rate from 454 tests

The best year to buy a used Kia Ceed GT Isg is 2019, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 88.6% across 765 tests. The 2020 model year has the lowest pass rate at 86.1% — 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 GT 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 GT Isg THIS CAR 87.7% 1,240 29,646 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
Subaru Legacy Gls AWD 69% 790 110,513 mi 29 yrs

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

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Should you buy a used Kia Ceed GT Isg?

The Kia Ceed GT Isg has an overall MOT pass rate of 87.7% across 1,240 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 GT Isg 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 GT Isg owner drives around 6,996 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 GT Isg — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Kia Ceed GT Isg reliable?
Based on 1,240 MOT tests, the Kia Ceed GT Isg has a 87.7% pass rate — above the UK average, suggesting good reliability.
What are the common problems on a Kia Ceed GT Isg?
The most common failure point is general wear and tear.
How many miles does a Kia Ceed GT Isg do per year?
The typical Kia Ceed GT Isg does around 6,996 miles per year. Anything significantly above or below this is worth investigating.
How long does a Kia Ceed GT Isg last?
Lifespan data is not yet available for this model.
Should I get a vehicle check before buying a Kia Ceed GT 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.
What is the best year to buy a Kia Ceed GT Isg?
Based on MOT pass rates, the best year to buy a used Kia Ceed GT Isg is 2019 with a 88.6% pass rate across 765 tests.