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LC13 OLV

2013 Kia Ceed

Red Diesel 1582cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Apr 2027
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

138,864 mi
Last recorded138,864 miles
Recorded on25 Mar 2026
Typical for 2013 Kia Ceed63,975 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLC13 OLV
MakeKia
ModelCeed
Year2013
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,582cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Mar 2026 138,864 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2025 133,167 miles

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

Fail 20 Mar 2025 133,167 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Front Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick both side (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 21 Mar 2024 130,075 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2023 118,946 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2022 108,732 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2021 99,303 miles

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

Pass 16 Mar 2020 93,283 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2019 80,297 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2018 71,558 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2017 59,962 miles

Offside Front osf wiper rubber split does clear screen

Fail 19 Jul 2017 59,962 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Offside Front osf wiper rubber split does clear screen

Pass 15 Jun 2016 44,703 miles

Nearside daytime running lamp flickers when front fog lamp switched on

Fail 15 Jun 2016 44,703 miles

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

Nearside daytime running lamp flickers when front fog lamp switched on

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

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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LC13 OLV is a 2013 Kia Ceed in Red 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 LC13 OLV, 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 LC13 OLV registered?

LC13 OLV is a 2013 Kia Ceed, first registered on 12 July 2013.

Is LC13 OLV safe to buy?

The MOT history for LC13 OLV 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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