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AO71 SWN

2021 Kia Ceed

Grey Petrol 1482cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Mar 2027
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

44,508 mi
Last recorded44,508 miles
Recorded on27 Mar 2026
Typical for 2021 Kia Ceed30,777 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO71 SWN
MakeKia
ModelCeed
Year2021
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,482cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Mar 2026 44,508 miles

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

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective smearing (3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view small stone chip (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 24 Mar 2026 44,369 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords + worn (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective smearing (3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view small stone chip (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Mar 2025 35,849 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2024 33,004 miles

engine cover and undertray fitted obscuring some components

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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AO71 SWN is a 2021 Kia Ceed in Grey with a 1,482cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2021 Kia Ceed models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.2% with a typical mileage of 30,777 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 AO71 SWN, 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 5 years old, this Kia Ceed is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of AO71 SWN?

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What year was AO71 SWN registered?

AO71 SWN is a 2021 Kia Ceed, first registered on 28 October 2021.

Is AO71 SWN safe to buy?

The MOT history for AO71 SWN shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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