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BX18 MWU

2018 Kia Ceed

White Diesel 1582cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Jun 2027
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

88,143 mi
Last recorded88,143 miles
Recorded on17 Jun 2026
Typical for 2018 Kia Ceed40,321 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBX18 MWU
MakeKia
ModelCeed
Year2018
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,582cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Jun 2026 88,143 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

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

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

Pass 26 Jun 2025 71,428 miles

Nearside Front windscreen washer slightly weak

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

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

Fail 26 Jun 2025 71,428 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

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

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

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

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

Pass 27 Jun 2024 55,585 miles
Pass 16 May 2023 44,868 miles

Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rearmost Bushes Split (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 16 May 2023 44,868 miles

Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rearmost Bushes Split (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 7 Jun 2022 37,876 miles

Nearside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened brake surface has been reduced (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened brake surface has been reduced (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 7 Jun 2022 37,876 miles

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

Nearside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened brake surface has been reduced (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened brake surface has been reduced (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 27 May 2021 28,848 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inside edges has build up or corrosion -(braking surface has baeen reduced) (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inside edges has build up or corrosion -(braking surface has baeen reduced) (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inside edges has build up or corrosion -(braking surface has baeen reduced) (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inside edges has build up or corrosion -(braking surface has baeen reduced) (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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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BX18 MWU is a 2018 Kia Ceed in White with a 1,582cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2018 Kia Ceed models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.7% with a typical mileage of 40,321 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 BX18 MWU, 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 8 years old, this Kia Ceed is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was BX18 MWU registered?

BX18 MWU is a 2018 Kia Ceed, first registered on 16 June 2018.

Is BX18 MWU safe to buy?

The MOT history for BX18 MWU shows 9 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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