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HX13 XMK

2013 Kia Ceed

Black Diesel 1582cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Oct 2026
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

125,944 mi
Last recorded125,944 miles
Recorded on22 Sep 2025
Typical for 2013 Kia Ceed63,975 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHX13 XMK
MakeKia
ModelCeed
Year2013
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,582cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 22 Sep 2025 125,944 miles

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

engine cover & under-trays fitted

Pass 7 Oct 2024 116,802 miles

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

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Pass 9 Oct 2023 110,706 miles
Fail 9 Oct 2023 110,706 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 23 Jan 2023 104,233 miles

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

Fail 23 Jan 2023 104,233 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 24 Jan 2022 89,687 miles

Offside Front Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 24 Jan 2022 89,686 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working integrated drl (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Front Nail in tyre ()

Offside Front Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Jan 2021 72,978 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2020 60,950 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2019 48,144 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2018 36,272 miles

Front Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit BOTH ! Inner edges BALD ! And 3.5mm over 3/4 of the treads (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit BALD ! On inner edge and 2mm over 3/4 of the tread (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit BALD ! On inner edge and 3mm over 3/4 of the tread (4.1.E.1)

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt All rear seats ()

Tyre Size 205/55 HR16

Fail 20 Feb 2018 36,272 miles

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Front Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit BOTH ! Inner edges BALD ! And 3.5mm over 3/4 of the treads (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit BALD ! On inner edge and 2mm over 3/4 of the tread (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit BALD ! On inner edge and 3mm over 3/4 of the tread (4.1.E.1)

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt All rear seats ()

Tyre Size 205/55 HR16

Pass 28 Feb 2017 23,744 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2016 18,246 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit both front inner edge (4.1.E.1)

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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HX13 XMK is a 2013 Kia Ceed in Black 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 HX13 XMK, 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.

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What year was HX13 XMK registered?

HX13 XMK is a 2013 Kia Ceed, first registered on 1 March 2013.

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