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LO13 RCU

2013 Kia Ceed

Black Diesel 1582cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Jun 2027
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

54,097 mi
Last recorded54,097 miles
Recorded on22 May 2026
Typical for 2013 Kia Ceed63,975 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLO13 RCU
MakeKia
ModelCeed
Year2013
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,582cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 May 2026 54,097 miles

EPB switch cover missing but still operates as intended

Pass 15 May 2025 48,951 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords and wearing thin (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Inner inner brake pad thinner than rest

Pass 4 Jun 2024 42,272 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2024 42,272 miles

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

Headlamp aim too high Both. PRS. (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 4 Aug 2023 39,081 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 4 Aug 2023 39,081 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 19 Aug 2022 34,210 miles

Both front tyres worn close to wear indicators

Pass 13 Aug 2021 29,173 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2020 26,416 miles

Both front wiper blades slightly smeary

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

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

Pass 6 Aug 2019 21,459 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2018 14,720 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2017 10,080 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2016 4,157 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2016 4,157 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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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LO13 RCU is a 2013 Kia Ceed in Black 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 LO13 RCU, 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 LO13 RCU registered?

LO13 RCU is a 2013 Kia Ceed, first registered on 29 June 2013.

Is LO13 RCU safe to buy?

The MOT history for LO13 RCU 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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