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DG14 FRN

2014 Kia Ceed

Red Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Sep 2026
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

31,618 mi
Last recorded31,618 miles
Recorded on8 Sep 2025
Typical for 2014 Kia Ceed56,958 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG14 FRN
MakeKia
ModelCeed
Year2014
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Sep 2025 31,618 miles

Central Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view small stonechip (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Sep 2024 30,168 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2024 30,168 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively N/S ripped + contaminated O/S contaminated & smearing (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 6 Sep 2023 28,134 miles
Fail 31 Aug 2023 28,131 miles

Offside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front unable to test wheel bearing

Pass 31 Aug 2022 27,200 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both side and some corrosion (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 31 Aug 2022 27,199 miles

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both side and some corrosion (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 26 Aug 2021 25,454 miles

Rear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened surface on some area (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 8 Sep 2020 25,203 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Mar 2020 24,651 miles
Fail 17 Mar 2020 24,651 miles

Offside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 15 Mar 2019 20,789 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2018 16,833 miles

rear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)

Pass 14 Mar 2017 13,161 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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DG14 FRN is a 2014 Kia Ceed in Red with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 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 DG14 FRN, 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

How do I check the history of DG14 FRN?

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What year was DG14 FRN registered?

DG14 FRN is a 2014 Kia Ceed, first registered on 21 March 2014.

Is DG14 FRN safe to buy?

The MOT history for DG14 FRN shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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