CarVerify

Free Car Check

BU63 VPL

2013 Kia Ceed

Silver Petrol 1396cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Aug 2027
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

102,949 mi
Last recorded102,949 miles
Recorded on3 Aug 2026
Typical for 2013 Kia Ceed63,975 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Kia
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU63 VPL
MakeKia
ModelCeed
Year2013
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 Aug 2026 102,949 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2025 88,205 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2024 81,481 miles

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All tyres cracking in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Under-trays and engine cover fitted obscuring the view of some components

Pass 2 Aug 2023 73,950 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Under-trays and engine cover fitted obscuring the view of some components

Fail 2 Aug 2023 73,950 miles

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Under-trays and engine cover fitted obscuring the view of some components

Pass 28 Jul 2022 66,245 miles

Offside rear and centre rear seat belts not able to be tested due to bulky items on the back seat.

Under-trays and engine cover fitted obscuring the view of some components

Fail 28 Jul 2022 66,241 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords in tread (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm outer edge (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside rear and centre rear seat belts not able to be tested due to bulky items on the back seat.

Under-trays and engine cover fitted obscuring the view of some components

Pass 26 Aug 2021 59,295 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracks in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Under-trays and engine cover fitted obscuring the view of some components

Fail 26 Aug 2021 59,295 miles

Nearside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

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

Offside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracks in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Oil leak, but not excessive Oil filter area (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Under-trays and engine cover fitted obscuring the view of some components

Pass 25 Sep 2020 53,091 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Oil leak, but not excessive Oil filter area (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Undertrays fitted obscuring the view of some components

Pass 13 Sep 2019 47,214 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

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

Undertrays fitted

Fail 13 Sep 2019 47,214 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

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

Undertrays fitted

Pass 30 Aug 2018 38,770 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 12 Sep 2017 31,298 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2016 22,900 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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
Full Kia Ceed reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

BU63 VPL is a 2013 Kia Ceed in Silver with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 BU63 VPL, 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

How do I check the history of BU63 VPL?

You can check the full history of BU63 VPL by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was BU63 VPL registered?

BU63 VPL is a 2013 Kia Ceed, first registered on 16 September 2013.

Is BU63 VPL safe to buy?

The MOT history for BU63 VPL shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does BU63 VPL have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on BU63 VPL. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.