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DR03 DJK

2017 Kia Ceed

Black Diesel 1582cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Mar 2027
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

71,503 mi
Last recorded71,503 miles
Recorded on16 Feb 2026
Typical for 2017 Kia Ceed45,826 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDR03 DJK
MakeKia
ModelCeed
Year2017
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,582cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Feb 2026 71,503 miles

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

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

ns washer jet not working, offside washer jet provides sufficient liquid to nearside

Pass 27 Feb 2025 55,609 miles

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

Pass 14 Mar 2024 42,427 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2023 34,589 miles
Fail 21 Feb 2023 34,589 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 22 Feb 2022 32,106 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2021 26,527 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2020 22,507 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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DR03 DJK is a 2017 Kia Ceed in Black with a 1,582cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 2017 Kia Ceed models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.0% with a typical mileage of 45,826 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 DR03 DJK, 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 9 years old, this Kia Ceed is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was DR03 DJK registered?

DR03 DJK is a 2017 Kia Ceed, first registered on 13 March 2017.

Is DR03 DJK safe to buy?

The MOT history for DR03 DJK shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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