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DE13 UHP

2013 Kia Ceed

White Diesel 1582cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Aug 2027
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

128,082 mi
Last recorded128,082 miles
Recorded on31 Jul 2026
Typical for 2013 Kia Ceed63,975 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDE13 UHP
MakeKia
ModelCeed
Year2013
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,582cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 31 Jul 2026 128,082 miles

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Some light corrosion on underside (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Daytime running light not working

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 15 Jul 2025 124,224 miles

nearside front daytime running light inoperative

Pass 12 Jul 2024 120,874 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Daytime running light not working

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

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

Fail 9 Jul 2024 120,871 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

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

Nearside Front Daytime running light not working

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

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

Pass 31 Jul 2023 118,180 miles

Nearside Front Daytime running lamp not working

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Sidewalls perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 3 Aug 2022 114,543 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2022 114,543 miles

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

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 3 Aug 2021 111,082 miles

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective x two (3.4 (b) (i))

Fail 3 Aug 2021 111,082 miles

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective x two (3.4 (b) (i))

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

Pass 10 Aug 2020 108,691 miles

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

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

Pass 29 Apr 2019 102,756 miles

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

Pass 21 Apr 2018 95,737 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2017 87,252 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin nearside and offside (3.5.1g)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 6 May 2016 68,680 miles
Fail 6 May 2016 68,680 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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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DE13 UHP is a 2013 Kia Ceed in White with a 1,582cc diesel 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 DE13 UHP, 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.

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What year was DE13 UHP registered?

DE13 UHP is a 2013 Kia Ceed, first registered on 10 May 2013.

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