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J40 BKS

2013 Kia Ceed

Red Diesel 1582cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Sep 2026
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

70,622 mi
Last recorded70,622 miles
Recorded on19 Aug 2025
Typical for 2013 Kia Ceed63,975 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ40 BKS
MakeKia
ModelCeed
Year2013
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,582cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Aug 2025 70,622 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2024 68,783 miles
Fail 27 Aug 2024 68,783 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 21 Aug 2023 64,649 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 22 Aug 2022 59,419 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2021 53,274 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2020 49,511 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2019 44,010 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2018 35,783 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge has a flat spot 1.65mm (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 16 Aug 2018 35,783 miles

Headlamp aim too high both (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge has a flat spot 1.65mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 17 Aug 2017 25,955 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2016 17,511 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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J40 BKS is a 2013 Kia Ceed in Red with a 1,582cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 J40 BKS, 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

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What year was J40 BKS registered?

J40 BKS is a 2013 Kia Ceed, first registered on 2 September 2013.

Is J40 BKS safe to buy?

The MOT history for J40 BKS shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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