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BK13 OTC

2013 Kia Ceed

Grey Diesel 1582cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Mar 2027
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

62,561 mi
Last recorded62,561 miles
Recorded on11 Mar 2026
Typical for 2013 Kia Ceed63,975 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBK13 OTC
MakeKia
ModelCeed
Year2013
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,582cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 11 Mar 2026 62,561 miles
Fail 6 Mar 2026 62,561 miles

Steering column top bearing excessively worn (2.2.2 (b))

Pass 19 Mar 2025 52,659 miles

engine & sill covers fitted

Pass 20 Mar 2024 48,885 miles

Obligatory mirror slightly loose both (3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

undertrays fitted

Pass 15 Mar 2023 44,920 miles

engine covers fitted

Fail 15 Mar 2023 44,920 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

engine covers fitted

Pass 21 Mar 2022 37,976 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

engine covers fitted

Fail 21 Mar 2022 37,976 miles

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

engine covers fitted

Pass 29 Mar 2021 32,933 miles
Pass 2 May 2019 31,695 miles

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

Fail 1 May 2019 31,695 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 11 Apr 2018 29,291 miles
Pass 4 May 2017 27,633 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2016 25,317 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2016 25,316 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Rear registration plate delaminated (6.3.1d)

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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BK13 OTC is a 2013 Kia Ceed in Grey with a 1,582cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 BK13 OTC, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BK13 OTC registered?

BK13 OTC is a 2013 Kia Ceed, first registered on 29 April 2013.

Is BK13 OTC safe to buy?

The MOT history for BK13 OTC shows 15 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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