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Kia Xceed First Edition Isg S-a Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults

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Is the Kia Xceed First Edition Isg S-a reliable? We analysed 2,398 real MOT tests across 588 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 2,398 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
89.5%
Typical Mileage
26,452mi
Annual Mileage
6,752mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
yrs

The Kia Xceed First Edition Isg S-a is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Kia Xceed First Edition Isg S-a.

Kia Xceed First Edition Isg S-a Number Plates

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

Kia Xceed First Edition Isg S-a MOT Pass Rate by Year

How likely is a Kia Xceed First Edition Isg S-a to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.

90.8%
2021
89%
2020
90.1%
2019

Kia Xceed First Edition Isg S-a Common Faults & Problems

These are the most common serious faults found on Kia Xceed First Edition Isg S-a models during MOT testing — flagged as dangerous or major failures that need immediate attention.

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 70
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 10
Tyre tread pattern not visible over the whole tread area when minimum depth required is 1.0mm 6
Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 5

Kia Xceed First Edition Isg S-a Mileage — What's Normal?

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

Low usage
4,092 mi/yr
Typical
6,752 mi/yr
Average
7,623 mi/yr
Heavy usage
9,546 mi/yr

Kia Xceed First Edition Isg S-a MOT Data by Registration Year

Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Kia Xceed First Edition Isg S-a year you're looking at.

Year Tests Pass Rate Low Mi. Typical Mi. High Mi.
2021 141 90.8% 17,847 26,593 34,853
2020 1,521 89.0% 17,684 26,243 36,980
2019 695 90.1% 16,972 26,297 39,150

How Long Does a Kia Xceed First Edition Isg S-a Last?

Based on 588 Kia Xceed First Edition Isg S-a vehicles on UK roads.

Average
4.8 years
Median
5.0 years

Kia Xceed First Edition Isg S-a Mileage Distribution

Total mileage recorded across all Kia Xceed First Edition Isg S-a MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.

Median
26,452 mi
75th Percentile
37,425 mi
95th Percentile
58,919 mi
Max Recorded
125,248 mi

Best Year to Buy a Used Kia Xceed First Edition Isg S-a

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

Best year
2021

90.8% MOT pass rate from 141 tests

Year to avoid
2020

89.0% MOT pass rate from 1,521 tests

The best year to buy a used Kia Xceed First Edition Isg S-a is 2021, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 90.8% across 141 tests. The 2020 model year has the lowest pass rate at 89.0% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.

How Does the Kia Xceed First Edition Isg S-a Compare?

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

Model Pass Rate Tests Typical Mileage Lifespan
Kia Xceed First Edition Isg S-a THIS CAR 89.5% 2,398 26,452 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
Austin Mini Advantage 65% 3,834 50,994 mi 39 yrs

Compared to the Kia Sportage (80.4% pass rate) and the Kia Picanto (77.1% pass rate), the Kia Xceed First Edition Isg S-a outperforms both on MOT reliability.

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Should you buy a used Kia Xceed First Edition Isg S-a?

The Kia Xceed First Edition Isg S-a has an overall MOT pass rate of 89.5% across 2,398 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 First Edition Isg S-a 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 First Edition Isg S-a owner drives around 6,752 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 First Edition Isg S-a — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Kia Xceed First Edition Isg S-a reliable?
Based on 2,398 MOT tests, the Kia Xceed First Edition Isg S-a has a 89.5% pass rate — above the UK average, suggesting good reliability.
What are the common problems on a Kia Xceed First Edition Isg S-a?
The most common failure point is general wear and tear.
How many miles does a Kia Xceed First Edition Isg S-a do per year?
The typical Kia Xceed First Edition Isg S-a does around 6,752 miles per year. Anything significantly above or below this is worth investigating.
How long does a Kia Xceed First Edition Isg S-a last?
Lifespan data is not yet available for this model.
Should I get a vehicle check before buying a Kia Xceed First Edition Isg S-a?
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 First Edition Isg S-a?
Based on MOT pass rates, the best year to buy a used Kia Xceed First Edition Isg S-a is 2021 with a 90.8% pass rate across 141 tests.