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AY21 XBC

2021 Kia Ceed

Blue Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Apr 2027
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

38,404 mi
Last recorded38,404 miles
Recorded on9 Apr 2026
Typical for 2021 Kia Ceed30,777 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAY21 XBC
MakeKia
ModelCeed
Year2021
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Apr 2026 38,404 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2026 38,404 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 16 Apr 2025 28,471 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2025 28,471 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 15 Apr 2024 21,160 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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))

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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AY21 XBC is a 2021 Kia Ceed in Blue with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 AY21 XBC, 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 AY21 XBC?

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What year was AY21 XBC registered?

AY21 XBC is a 2021 Kia Ceed, first registered on 22 April 2021.

Is AY21 XBC safe to buy?

The MOT history for AY21 XBC shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does AY21 XBC have outstanding finance?

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