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MK13 DFU

2013 Kia Ceed

Silver Petrol 1591cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Nov 2026
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

53,289 mi
Last recorded53,289 miles
Recorded on10 Nov 2025
Typical for 2013 Kia Ceed63,975 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMK13 DFU
MakeKia
ModelCeed
Year2013
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,591cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Nov 2025 53,289 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 205/55/16 uniroyal rain ex (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 5 Nov 2024 45,220 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 19 Oct 2023 37,798 miles

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

Fail 19 Oct 2023 37,798 miles

Front Position lamp not working BOTH FRONT LIGHTS (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed SIDE WALL 205/55/16 (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 31 Oct 2022 32,784 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 2 Nov 2021 26,345 miles

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

Pass 6 Oct 2020 23,919 miles
Fail 6 Oct 2020 23,919 miles

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

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 29 May 2019 16,900 miles

Nearside Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

Fail 29 May 2019 16,900 miles

Nearside Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 17 May 2018 8,909 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2017 1,901 miles
Pass 4 May 2016 1,744 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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MK13 DFU is a 2013 Kia Ceed in Silver with a 1,591cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

Across all 2013 Kia Ceed models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.9% with a typical mileage of 63,975 miles. This vehicle is performing in line with others of the same 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 MK13 DFU, 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 MK13 DFU?

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What year was MK13 DFU registered?

MK13 DFU is a 2013 Kia Ceed, first registered on 10 May 2013.

Is MK13 DFU safe to buy?

The MOT history for MK13 DFU shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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