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AP17 JZR

2017 Kia Ceed

Black Diesel 1582cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Nov 2026
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

181,835 mi
Last recorded181,835 miles
Recorded on27 Nov 2025
Typical for 2017 Kia Ceed45,826 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAP17 JZR
MakeKia
ModelCeed
Year2017
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,582cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Nov 2025 181,835 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2024 164,417 miles
Fail 28 Nov 2024 164,417 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 25 Nov 2023 142,912 miles
Fail 25 Nov 2023 142,912 miles

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

Pass 22 Nov 2022 123,288 miles
Fail 22 Nov 2022 123,274 miles

Offside Front Brake hose leaking on a hydraulic braking system brake pipe (1.1.12 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 16 Nov 2021 110,823 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin front and rear (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 26 Nov 2020 92,980 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2020

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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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AP17 JZR is a 2017 Kia Ceed in Black with a 1,582cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

Across all 2017 Kia Ceed models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.0% with a typical mileage of 45,826 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 AP17 JZR, 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 9 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 AP17 JZR registered?

AP17 JZR is a 2017 Kia Ceed, first registered on 30 June 2017.

Is AP17 JZR safe to buy?

The MOT history for AP17 JZR shows 10 tests with a 70% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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