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LC13 VKW

2013 Kia Ceed

Black Diesel 1582cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Jul 2027
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

93,114 mi
Last recorded93,114 miles
Recorded on26 Jun 2026
Typical for 2013 Kia Ceed63,975 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLC13 VKW
MakeKia
ModelCeed
Year2013
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,582cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Jun 2026 93,114 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2026 93,114 miles

Nearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 28 Jun 2025 80,551 miles

Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 10 Jul 2024 73,183 miles

Front Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 27 Jun 2023 63,834 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2022 54,614 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2021 49,248 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2020 45,716 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2019 42,331 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2018 37,294 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test dash cam

engine cover fitted

n/s front tyre tread worn on outer edge and bald

under trays fitted

Pass 17 Jul 2017 30,628 miles

emissions too clean for reading

play in steering rack inner joints

Pass 4 Jul 2016 24,886 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

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 VKW is a 2013 Kia Ceed in Black with a 1,582cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 VKW, 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 VKW registered?

LC13 VKW is a 2013 Kia Ceed, first registered on 19 July 2013.

Is LC13 VKW safe to buy?

The MOT history for LC13 VKW shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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