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EK13 DWC

2013 Kia Ceed

Red Diesel 1582cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Oct 2021
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

108,197 mi
Last recorded108,197 miles
Recorded on12 Oct 2020
Typical for 2013 Kia Ceed63,975 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEK13 DWC
MakeKia
ModelCeed
Year2013
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,582cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Oct 2020 108,197 miles

Brake and suspension components slightly corroded

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

Pass 29 Apr 2019 84,011 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2018 57,019 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2018 57,019 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Fail 27 Apr 2018 56,915 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Front position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Rear valve stem perished

Pass 26 Apr 2017 31,857 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2016 21,712 miles

Nearside Rear Outer tyre side wall damage

engine cover and under trays fitted

Fail 20 Apr 2016 21,712 miles

Nearside Side repeater has less than 50% of the light sources illuminating (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Rear Outer tyre side wall damage

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

engine cover and under trays fitted

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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EK13 DWC is a 2013 Kia Ceed in Red with a 1,582cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 EK13 DWC, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was EK13 DWC registered?

EK13 DWC is a 2013 Kia Ceed, first registered on 29 April 2013.

Is EK13 DWC safe to buy?

The MOT history for EK13 DWC shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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