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LB13 TGN

2013 Kia Ceed

Black Diesel 1582cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 May 2027
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

109,191 mi
Last recorded109,191 miles
Recorded on6 May 2026
Typical for 2013 Kia Ceed63,975 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLB13 TGN
MakeKia
ModelCeed
Year2013
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,582cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 May 2026 109,191 miles

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

Pass 17 Apr 2025 103,230 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2024 95,911 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2023 88,548 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2022 83,992 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2022 83,992 miles

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

Nearside Front Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))

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

Pass 10 Aug 2021 77,586 miles

Nearside Rear tyre has eneven tread/feathered

Offside Rear tyre has eneven tread/feathered

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 8 Jul 2020 70,063 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2020 70,063 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 6 Aug 2019 62,747 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2019 62,747 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 6 Aug 2018 54,030 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 7 Aug 2017 44,827 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 1 Aug 2016 34,273 miles

slight cracks between treads o/s/r and n/s/r

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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LB13 TGN is a 2013 Kia Ceed in Black with a 1,582cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 LB13 TGN, 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 LB13 TGN registered?

LB13 TGN is a 2013 Kia Ceed, first registered on 31 July 2013.

Is LB13 TGN safe to buy?

The MOT history for LB13 TGN shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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