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HT18 UEM

2018 Kia Ceed

Blue Diesel 1582cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Jun 2027
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

148,940 mi
Last recorded148,940 miles
Recorded on24 Jun 2026
Typical for 2018 Kia Ceed40,321 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHT18 UEM
MakeKia
ModelCeed
Year2018
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,582cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Jun 2026 148,940 miles

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

Nearside Rear Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 24 Jun 2026 148,940 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Nearside Rear Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 11 Jun 2025 144,205 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2024 138,556 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt x2

Pass 1 Jun 2023 135,561 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3.0 mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 8 Jun 2022 116,646 miles

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

Fail 7 Jun 2022 116,646 miles

Offside Rear Outer Seat belt buckle damaged (7.1.2 (d))

Offside Rear Outer Seat belt buckle not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (d))

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

Pass 10 Jun 2021 106,486 miles

OFFSIDE FRONT TYRE SPLIT ( CENTRE )

OFFSIDE REAR SEAT BELT STALK COVER DAMAGED/ MISSING

Fail 8 Jun 2021 106,472 miles

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

OFFSIDE FRONT TYRE SPLIT ( CENTRE )

OFFSIDE REAR SEAT BELT STALK COVER DAMAGED/ MISSING

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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HT18 UEM is a 2018 Kia Ceed in Blue with a 1,582cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 HT18 UEM, 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 HT18 UEM registered?

HT18 UEM is a 2018 Kia Ceed, first registered on 23 July 2018.

Is HT18 UEM safe to buy?

The MOT history for HT18 UEM shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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