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CA14 RDU

2014 Kia Ceed

Red Diesel 1396cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Dec 2026
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

88,284 mi
Last recorded88,284 miles
Recorded on18 Nov 2025
Typical for 2014 Kia Ceed56,958 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCA14 RDU
MakeKia
ModelCeed
Year2014
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Nov 2025 88,284 miles

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

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 11 Dec 2024 83,163 miles

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

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Front Side repeater slightly discoloured both sides (4.4.3 (a))

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing inner and outer edges and perishing (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing inner and outer edges and perishing (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 11 Dec 2024 83,163 miles

Offside Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))

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

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Front Side repeater slightly discoloured both sides (4.4.3 (a))

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing inner and outer edges and perishing (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing inner and outer edges and perishing (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 6 Dec 2023 73,977 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2022 63,868 miles
Fail 30 Nov 2022 63,868 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 8 Dec 2021 56,623 miles

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

Pass 25 Nov 2020 51,845 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2019 42,664 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2018 29,726 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2017 19,738 miles

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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CA14 RDU is a 2014 Kia Ceed in Red with a 1,396cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 2014 Kia Ceed models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.1% with a typical mileage of 56,958 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 CA14 RDU, 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 12 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 CA14 RDU registered?

CA14 RDU is a 2014 Kia Ceed, first registered on 11 July 2014.

Is CA14 RDU safe to buy?

The MOT history for CA14 RDU shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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