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AE18 TGN

2018 Kia Ceed

Red Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Dec 2024
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

63,997 mi
Last recorded63,997 miles
Recorded on13 Nov 2023
Typical for 2018 Kia Ceed40,321 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE18 TGN
MakeKia
ModelCeed
Year2018
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Nov 2023 63,997 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge @2MM and perishing 195/65R15 (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge @2MM, perishing and has a cut in tread 195/65R15 (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge @2MM and perishing 195/65R15 (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords 195/65R15 (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view minor chips in screen (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 13 Nov 2023 63,997 miles

Service brake is causing the steering wheel to severely pull one way (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge @2MM and perishing 195/65R15 (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge @2MM, perishing and has a cut in tread 195/65R15 (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge @2MM and perishing 195/65R15 (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords 195/65R15 (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view minor chips in screen (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Dec 2022 46,681 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively both sides (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords tyre is also perishing 195/65R15 (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively slight bind (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords tyre is also perishing 195/65R15 (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides pitted (corroded) (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 10 Jan 2022 37,130 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 8 Feb 2021 32,544 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 8 Feb 2021 32,544 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

How Reliable is the Kia Ceed?

Based on 1,665,385 MOT tests across 147,843 vehicles.

76.1%
Pass Rate
6,838
Miles/Year
19
Year Lifespan
147,843
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 17,111
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 10,158
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 10,091
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AE18 TGN is a 2018 Kia Ceed in Red with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2018 Kia Ceed models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.7% with a typical mileage of 40,321 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Kia Ceed fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 17,111 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AE18 TGN, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kia Ceed typically stays on UK roads for around 19 years. At 8 years old, this Kia Ceed is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AE18 TGN registered?

AE18 TGN is a 2018 Kia Ceed, first registered on 14 March 2018.

Is AE18 TGN safe to buy?

The MOT history for AE18 TGN shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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