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MF13 XVB

2013 Kia Ceed

Silver Diesel 1396cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Sep 2026
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

113,215 mi
Last recorded113,215 miles
Recorded on5 Sep 2025
Typical for 2013 Kia Ceed63,975 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMF13 XVB
MakeKia
ModelCeed
Year2013
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 5 Sep 2025 113,215 miles

Nearside Front Outer c.v boot seeping grease

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

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

Rear coil springs corroding

Fail 4 Sep 2025 113,215 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Outer c.v boot seeping grease

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

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

Rear coil springs corroding

Pass 11 Sep 2024 110,605 miles

Nearside Front Outer C.v boot seeping grease from small split

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 11 Sep 2024 110,603 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Outer C.v boot seeping grease from small split

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 11 Sep 2023 107,587 miles

Nearside Front Outer C.v boot has small split seeping grease

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front of two arms (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre wearing outer edge

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front of two arms (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear coil springs corroding

Fail 8 Sep 2023 107,587 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Outer C.v boot has small split seeping grease

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front of two arms (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre wearing outer edge

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front of two arms (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear coil springs corroding

Pass 7 Sep 2022 101,698 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 4 Sep 2021 97,342 miles

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Fail 3 Sep 2021 97,342 miles

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

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 10 Sep 2020 95,001 miles

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 5 Sep 2019 88,917 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Sep 2018 79,458 miles

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

Pass 16 Oct 2017 70,735 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 14 Oct 2017 70,734 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 3 May 2017 66,459 miles

cant see all brake pipes

slight engine oil leak

Pass 16 Jun 2016 53,388 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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MF13 XVB is a 2013 Kia Ceed in Silver with a 1,396cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 MF13 XVB, 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

How do I check the history of MF13 XVB?

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What year was MF13 XVB registered?

MF13 XVB is a 2013 Kia Ceed, first registered on 19 July 2013.

Is MF13 XVB safe to buy?

The MOT history for MF13 XVB shows 16 tests with a 68.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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