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LF13 VZY

2013 Kia Ceed

Silver Diesel 1582cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 May 2027
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

52,423 mi
Last recorded52,423 miles
Recorded on20 May 2026
Typical for 2013 Kia Ceed63,975 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLF13 VZY
MakeKia
ModelCeed
Year2013
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,582cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 May 2026 52,423 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 14 May 2026 52,420 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Electronic power steering warning lamp indicates a system malfunction (2.6 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 13 Mar 2025 51,694 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2024 50,947 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2024 50,947 miles

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 3 Mar 2023 49,051 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2022 46,896 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted inner rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 2 Mar 2021 45,532 miles

Engine cover and undertrays fitted

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

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

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Fail 2 Mar 2021 45,532 miles

Engine cover and undertrays fitted

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 18 Mar 2020 44,872 miles

N/S/F wheel rim out of shape

Rear tyres age cracked

Pass 6 Mar 2019 40,893 miles
Fail 5 Mar 2019 40,893 miles

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

front brake disc worn

Pass 16 Mar 2018 35,919 miles

Front brake discs corroded and worn

Rear tyres have slight age cracking

Pass 7 Mar 2017 30,229 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2016 24,253 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 VZY is a 2013 Kia Ceed in Silver with a 1,582cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 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 LF13 VZY, 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.

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What year was LF13 VZY registered?

LF13 VZY is a 2013 Kia Ceed, first registered on 21 March 2013.

Is LF13 VZY safe to buy?

The MOT history for LF13 VZY shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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