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EK13 SHJ

2013 Kia Ceed

Red Diesel 1396cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Jun 2027
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

103,377 mi
Last recorded103,377 miles
Recorded on26 Jun 2026
Typical for 2013 Kia Ceed63,975 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEK13 SHJ
MakeKia
ModelCeed
Year2013
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Jun 2026 103,377 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Pass 26 Jun 2025 96,926 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2024 91,651 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2023 85,459 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2022 78,906 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2021 70,412 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Jun 2020 60,665 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2019 54,019 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2018 45,833 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2017 36,288 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2017 36,288 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (1.1.C.1a)

Offside Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (1.1.C.1a)

Pass 5 Apr 2016 25,303 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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EK13 SHJ is a 2013 Kia Ceed in Red with a 1,396cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 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 EK13 SHJ, 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

How do I check the history of EK13 SHJ?

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What year was EK13 SHJ registered?

EK13 SHJ is a 2013 Kia Ceed, first registered on 31 May 2013.

Is EK13 SHJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for EK13 SHJ shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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