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HY21 SZK

2021 Kia Ceed

Red Petrol 1482cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Jan 2027
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

66,901 mi
Last recorded66,901 miles
Recorded on19 Dec 2025
Typical for 2021 Kia Ceed30,777 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHY21 SZK
MakeKia
ModelCeed
Year2021
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,482cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Dec 2025 66,901 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2025 44,387 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2024 32,804 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both worn and lipped (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

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

Fail 22 Feb 2024 32,790 miles

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively split centre section (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed cut to cords outer sidewall - outer sidewall badly worn and damaged - wearing inner edge - cut to cords leaking (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed cut to cords outer sidewall - outer sidewall worn and damaged - wearing inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both worn and lipped (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

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

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (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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HY21 SZK is a 2021 Kia Ceed in Red with a 1,482cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2021 Kia Ceed models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.2% with a typical mileage of 30,777 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 HY21 SZK, 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 5 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 HY21 SZK registered?

HY21 SZK is a 2021 Kia Ceed, first registered on 24 March 2021.

Is HY21 SZK safe to buy?

The MOT history for HY21 SZK shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does HY21 SZK have outstanding finance?

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