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

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Is the Kia Xceed 3 CRDI Isg MHEV reliable? We analysed 619 real MOT tests across 254 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 619 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
89.0%
Typical Mileage
36,822mi
Annual Mileage
8,952mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
yrs

The Kia Xceed 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 Xceed 3 CRDI Isg MHEV.

Kia Xceed 3 CRDI Isg MHEV Number Plates

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

Kia Xceed 3 CRDI Isg MHEV MOT Pass Rate by Year

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

89%
2021

Kia Xceed 3 CRDI Isg MHEV Common Faults & Problems

These are the most common serious faults found on Kia Xceed 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 17
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 2
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 2
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 2

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

How many miles does a typical Kia Xceed 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
5,868 mi/yr
Typical
8,952 mi/yr
Average
10,028 mi/yr
Heavy usage
13,107 mi/yr

Kia Xceed 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 Xceed 3 CRDI Isg MHEV year you're looking at.

Year Tests Pass Rate Low Mi. Typical Mi. High Mi.
2021 582 89.0% 26,613 35,908 49,145

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

Based on 254 Kia Xceed 3 CRDI Isg MHEV vehicles on UK roads.

Average
3.4 years
Median
3.0 years

Kia Xceed 3 CRDI Isg MHEV Mileage Distribution

Total mileage recorded across all Kia Xceed 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
36,822 mi
75th Percentile
51,442 mi
95th Percentile
72,168 mi
Max Recorded
103,396 mi

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

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

Best year
2021

89.0% MOT pass rate from 582 tests

The best year to buy a used Kia Xceed 3 CRDI Isg MHEV is 2021, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 89.0% across 582 tests.

How Does the Kia Xceed 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 Xceed 3 CRDI Isg MHEV THIS CAR 89.0% 619 36,822 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
Fiat Panda City Life MHEV 90.2% 917 16,845 mi — yrs

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

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

The Kia Xceed 3 CRDI Isg MHEV has an overall MOT pass rate of 89.0% across 619 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 Xceed 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 Xceed 3 CRDI Isg MHEV owner drives around 8,952 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 Xceed 3 CRDI Isg MHEV — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Kia Xceed 3 CRDI Isg MHEV reliable?
Based on 619 MOT tests, the Kia Xceed 3 CRDI Isg MHEV has a 89.0% pass rate — above the UK average, suggesting good reliability.
What are the common problems on a Kia Xceed 3 CRDI Isg MHEV?
The most common failure point is general wear and tear.
How many miles does a Kia Xceed 3 CRDI Isg MHEV do per year?
The typical Kia Xceed 3 CRDI Isg MHEV does around 8,952 miles per year. Anything significantly above or below this is worth investigating.
How long does a Kia Xceed 3 CRDI Isg MHEV last?
Lifespan data is not yet available for this model.
Should I get a vehicle check before buying a Kia Xceed 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 Xceed 3 CRDI Isg MHEV?
Based on MOT pass rates, the best year to buy a used Kia Xceed 3 CRDI Isg MHEV is 2021 with a 89.0% pass rate across 582 tests.