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FX13 SBZ

2013 Kia Ceed

White Diesel 1582cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Apr 2027
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

117,968 mi
Last recorded117,968 miles
Recorded on16 Apr 2026
Typical for 2013 Kia Ceed63,975 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFX13 SBZ
MakeKia
ModelCeed
Year2013
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,582cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 Apr 2026 117,968 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2026 117,837 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2025 102,793 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2024 90,451 miles
Fail 8 Feb 2024 90,315 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2023 78,627 miles
Fail 3 Jan 2023 78,575 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2021 67,487 miles
Fail 3 Nov 2021 67,292 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2020 59,902 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2019 50,095 miles

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

Pass 1 Nov 2018 39,657 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2017 33,218 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2017 29,520 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2016 23,883 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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FX13 SBZ is a 2013 Kia Ceed in White with a 1,582cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 FX13 SBZ, 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 FX13 SBZ?

You can check the full history of FX13 SBZ by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was FX13 SBZ registered?

FX13 SBZ is a 2013 Kia Ceed, first registered on 6 March 2013.

Is FX13 SBZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for FX13 SBZ shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does FX13 SBZ have outstanding finance?

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