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ML13 WCJ

2013 Kia Ceed

Black Diesel 1396cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Apr 2027
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

170,294 mi
Last recorded170,294 miles
Recorded on4 Apr 2026
Typical for 2013 Kia Ceed63,975 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationML13 WCJ
MakeKia
ModelCeed
Year2013
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 4 Apr 2026 170,294 miles

Brake disc worn, but not excessively all four (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

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

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

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Fail 2 Apr 2026 170,291 miles

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

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

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

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage fractured (5.3.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Brake disc worn, but not excessively all four (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

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

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

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 5 Mar 2025 148,337 miles

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

Fail 28 Feb 2025 148,187 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 7 Mar 2024 130,117 miles

Brake disc worn, but not excessively all four (1.1.14 (a) (i))

general corrosion beneath vehicle

Pass 14 Feb 2023 129,687 miles
Fail 11 Feb 2023 129,685 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Feb 2022 111,391 miles
Fail 10 Feb 2022 111,391 miles

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working New bulb inserted (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 13 Feb 2021 95,917 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt Nearside and offside rear. ()

Parking brake weak on nearside wheel. (total 16% only)

Pass 27 Mar 2020 81,258 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2019 73,866 miles

Brake disc worn, but not excessively all round (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Brake pad(s) wearing thin all round (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 29 Jun 2018 64,760 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2017 56,687 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2016 45,200 miles

engine covers and undertrays fitted

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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ML13 WCJ is a 2013 Kia Ceed in Black with a 1,396cc 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 ML13 WCJ, 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 ML13 WCJ registered?

ML13 WCJ is a 2013 Kia Ceed, first registered on 2 July 2013.

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