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BT10 MDK

2010 Kia Ceed

Red Diesel 1582cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Sep 2026
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

38,399 mi
Last recorded38,399 miles
Recorded on20 Aug 2025
Typical for 2010 Kia Ceed67,447 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBT10 MDK
MakeKia
ModelCeed
Year2010
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,582cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Aug 2025 38,399 miles

Nearside Indicator tell-tale inoperative Excessively dim, would not be visible out in the daylight (4.9.1 (a) (i))

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

Fail 6 Aug 2025 38,361 miles

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

Nearside Indicator tell-tale inoperative Excessively dim, would not be visible out in the daylight (4.9.1 (a) (i))

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

Pass 18 Sep 2024 37,133 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2024 37,089 miles

Steering column attachment defective Play in upper steering column eps assembly (2.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Inside shoulder excessively perished and split deep enough to reach the ply/cords (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Indicator tell-tale inoperative (4.9.1 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Aug 2023 35,067 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2022 33,037 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Nearside and offside front brake discs corroded heavily on inside face, advise replace soon (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Nearside and offside rear brake discs corroded, advise replace soon (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 23 Aug 2021 30,952 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Inside face of nearside and offside front brake discs corroded and worn (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Nearside and offside rear brake discs corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 25 Aug 2020 29,337 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Inside face of nearside and offside front (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Nearside and offside rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 15 Aug 2019 28,009 miles

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 13 Aug 2018 26,215 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Nearside and offside front, slightly worn (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Nearside and offside rear, slightly corroded and pitted (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 22 Aug 2017 24,376 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2016 22,029 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2015 18,538 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2014 15,774 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 21 Aug 2014 15,772 miles

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

Nearside Rear Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 27 Aug 2013 12,983 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2013 12,318 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2013 12,309 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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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BT10 MDK is a 2010 Kia Ceed in Red with a 1,582cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 2010 Kia Ceed models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.3% with a typical mileage of 67,447 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 BT10 MDK, 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 16 years old, this Kia Ceed is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was BT10 MDK registered?

BT10 MDK is a 2010 Kia Ceed, first registered on 27 July 2010.

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