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LF13 VRL

2013 Kia Ceed

Silver Petrol 1591cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Oct 2026
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

80,281 mi
Last recorded80,281 miles
Recorded on9 Oct 2025
Typical for 2013 Kia Ceed63,975 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLF13 VRL
MakeKia
ModelCeed
Year2013
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,591cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Oct 2025 80,281 miles

underbody covers fitted

underside has been previously wax oiled, recommend refresh to rear

Pass 15 Oct 2024 79,467 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Small cut on outer side wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Slight perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 28 Feb 2024 76,497 miles
Fail 22 Feb 2024 76,386 miles

Nearside Side repeater with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 23 Feb 2023 70,709 miles

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tyre worn and wearing unevenly with flat spots (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 23 Feb 2023 70,709 miles

Nearside Rear Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tyre worn and wearing unevenly with flat spots (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tyre worn and wearing unevenly with flat spots (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 2 Mar 2022 68,067 miles

Nearside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged Perishing (5.2.3 (j))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 28 Feb 2022 68,067 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp light intensity significantly reduced (4.2.3 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged Perishing (5.2.3 (j))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 5 Mar 2021 62,084 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2020 54,638 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2019 48,203 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2018 43,614 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2017 36,468 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2016 29,885 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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LF13 VRL is a 2013 Kia Ceed in Silver with a 1,591cc petrol 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 LF13 VRL, 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 LF13 VRL registered?

LF13 VRL is a 2013 Kia Ceed, first registered on 7 March 2013.

Is LF13 VRL safe to buy?

The MOT history for LF13 VRL 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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