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MK18 XES

2018 Kia Ceed

Grey Diesel 1582cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Mar 2027
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

47,690 mi
Last recorded47,690 miles
Recorded on17 Feb 2026
Typical for 2018 Kia Ceed40,321 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMK18 XES
MakeKia
ModelCeed
Year2018
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,582cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Feb 2026 47,690 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Feb 2025 40,839 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 21 Feb 2024 33,960 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2023 25,928 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2022 18,189 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2021 16,561 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2021 16,561 miles

Electronic parking brake control missing Operating switch missing (1.1.6 (d))

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Electric Handbrake not tested on brake rollers due to operating switch missing

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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MK18 XES is a 2018 Kia Ceed in Grey with a 1,582cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2018 Kia Ceed models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.7% with a typical mileage of 40,321 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 MK18 XES, 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 8 years old, this Kia Ceed is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of MK18 XES?

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What year was MK18 XES registered?

MK18 XES is a 2018 Kia Ceed, first registered on 3 March 2018.

Is MK18 XES safe to buy?

The MOT history for MK18 XES shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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