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DC18 GRU

2018 Kia Ceed

Blue Petrol 1353cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 May 2027
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

39,132 mi
Last recorded39,132 miles
Recorded on27 Apr 2026
Typical for 2018 Kia Ceed40,321 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDC18 GRU
MakeKia
ModelCeed
Year2018
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,353cc

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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 27 Apr 2026 39,132 miles
Pass 22 May 2025 34,370 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2024 29,509 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2023 22,495 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2022 17,020 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2021 11,261 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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DC18 GRU is a 2018 Kia Ceed in Blue with a 1,353cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 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 DC18 GRU, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of DC18 GRU?

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What year was DC18 GRU registered?

DC18 GRU is a 2018 Kia Ceed, first registered on 27 July 2018.

Is DC18 GRU safe to buy?

The MOT history for DC18 GRU shows 6 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does DC18 GRU have outstanding finance?

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