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GX18 XTG

2018 Kia Ceed

Blue Petrol 1353cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 May 2027
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

61,959 mi
Last recorded61,959 miles
Recorded on1 May 2026
Typical for 2018 Kia Ceed40,321 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGX18 XTG
MakeKia
ModelCeed
Year2018
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,353cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 May 2026 61,959 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 6 May 2025 54,995 miles
Pass 16 May 2024 50,844 miles

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Fail 16 May 2024 50,844 miles

Rear Outer Brake pad(s) incorrectly mounted Brake pad material is unbonded and loose from its backing material, causing it to be incorrectly mounted (1.1.13 (c)) DANGEROUS

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

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Nearside Rear Rear outer brake pad material has become unbonded from its backing material

Offside Rear Rear outer brake pad material has become unbonded from its backing material

Pass 16 May 2023 46,726 miles
Pass 18 May 2022 39,897 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2021 32,808 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2021 32,774 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

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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GX18 XTG is a 2018 Kia Ceed in Blue with a 1,353cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2018 Kia Ceed models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.7% with a typical mileage of 40,321 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 GX18 XTG, 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 8 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 GX18 XTG registered?

GX18 XTG is a 2018 Kia Ceed, first registered on 24 July 2018.

Is GX18 XTG safe to buy?

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