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LC18 VKA

2018 Kia Ceed

Red Diesel 1582cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Dec 2025
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

82,331 mi
Last recorded82,331 miles
Recorded on17 Dec 2024
Typical for 2018 Kia Ceed40,321 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLC18 VKA
MakeKia
ModelCeed
Year2018
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,582cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Dec 2024 82,331 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 17 Dec 2024 82,331 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed damage to sidewall exposed cords & worn on edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 4 Dec 2023 74,898 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2022 65,704 miles
Fail 22 Dec 2022 65,685 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 12 Nov 2021 53,854 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2020 41,722 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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LC18 VKA is a 2018 Kia Ceed in Red with a 1,582cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 2018 Kia Ceed models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.7% with a typical mileage of 40,321 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 LC18 VKA, 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 8 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 LC18 VKA registered?

LC18 VKA is a 2018 Kia Ceed, first registered on 24 May 2018.

Is LC18 VKA safe to buy?

The MOT history for LC18 VKA shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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