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DM53 EYS

2014 Kia Ceed

White Diesel 1582cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Mar 2026
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

125,830 mi
Last recorded125,830 miles
Recorded on26 Mar 2025
Typical for 2014 Kia Ceed56,958 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDM53 EYS
MakeKia
ModelCeed
Year2014
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,582cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Mar 2025 125,830 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Offside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

under trays fitted

Pass 31 Jan 2024 113,249 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2023 113,052 miles

Brake disc worn, but not excessively all round (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Fail 9 Nov 2023 113,052 miles

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

Brake disc worn, but not excessively all round (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Nov 2022 107,075 miles

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

Pass 10 Nov 2021 101,291 miles
Fail 10 Nov 2021 101,291 miles

Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 10 Nov 2020 98,149 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2019 93,130 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2018 89,355 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2017 602,227 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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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DM53 EYS is a 2014 Kia Ceed in White with a 1,582cc 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 DM53 EYS, 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 DM53 EYS registered?

DM53 EYS is a 2014 Kia Ceed, first registered on 31 March 2014.

Is DM53 EYS safe to buy?

The MOT history for DM53 EYS 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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