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AY13 XZK

2013 Kia Ceed

Black Diesel 1582cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Jun 2027
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

113,197 mi
Last recorded113,197 miles
Recorded on26 Jun 2026
Typical for 2013 Kia Ceed63,975 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAY13 XZK
MakeKia
ModelCeed
Year2013
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,582cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 Jun 2026 113,197 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 26 Jun 2026 113,197 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 9 Sep 2025 110,884 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

hand brake lever has little reserve travel

Pass 2 Sep 2024 100,297 miles

2 litre of oil added before test

Central Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Cracked (0.1 (b))

Central Front Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Wing area damage

Nearside Rear Bumper damage

Under trays fitted not allowing full inspection

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Fail 2 Sep 2024 100,269 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 18" (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 24" (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 235/45/17 (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

2 litre of oil added before test

Central Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Cracked (0.1 (b))

Central Front Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Front Wing area damage

Nearside Rear Bumper damage

Under trays fitted not allowing full inspection

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 4 Sep 2023 88,158 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Nail in tyre

Nearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged Side wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Under trays fitted not allowing full inspection

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Fail 4 Sep 2023 88,158 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Nail in tyre

Nearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged Side wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Under trays fitted not allowing full inspection

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 8 Aug 2022 76,473 miles

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

Pass 23 Dec 2021 65,425 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2021 61,724 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2020 56,075 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2020 56,075 miles

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 18 Mar 2019 47,971 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Pass 19 Mar 2018 39,155 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2017 30,575 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2016 23,200 miles

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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AY13 XZK is a 2013 Kia Ceed in Black with a 1,582cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2013 Kia Ceed models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.9% with a typical mileage of 63,975 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 AY13 XZK, 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 13 years old, this Kia Ceed is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was AY13 XZK registered?

AY13 XZK is a 2013 Kia Ceed, first registered on 28 March 2013.

Is AY13 XZK safe to buy?

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