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OU13 LKL

2013 Kia Ceed

Grey Diesel 1582cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Feb 2027
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

140,056 mi
Last recorded140,056 miles
Recorded on6 Feb 2026
Typical for 2013 Kia Ceed63,975 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOU13 LKL
MakeKia
ModelCeed
Year2013
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,582cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 6 Feb 2026 140,056 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2025 132,817 miles

Front Bonnet primary retaining device slightly deteriorated BONNET SAFTY LEAVER SEIZED (3.1 (c))

Nearside Rear FUEL FLAP DONT SHUT

Offside Rear HAND BRAKE READING LOW

Fail 28 Jan 2025 132,811 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Front Power steering malfunctioning VERY STIFF (2.1.5 (a))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Front Bonnet primary retaining device slightly deteriorated BONNET SAFTY LEAVER SEIZED (3.1 (c))

Front ENGINE OIL LEVEL NEEDS TOPPING UP.

Nearside Rear FUEL FLAP DONT SHUT

Offside Rear HAND BRAKE READING LOW

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

Pass 29 Jan 2024 123,782 miles

Nearside Rear FUEL FLAP DOESNT CLOSE

Fail 22 Jan 2024 123,718 miles

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

Offside Front Side repeater missing (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear FUEL FLAP DOESNT CLOSE

Pass 24 Jan 2023 115,074 miles
Fail 23 Jan 2023 115,074 miles

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

Pass 24 Feb 2022 110,396 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 24 Feb 2022 110,396 miles

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Feb 2021 103,556 miles

Offside Front Leak from screen washer bottle.

Pass 27 Feb 2020 99,049 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Mar 2019 86,419 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2019 86,419 miles

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

Pass 12 Mar 2018 73,186 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2017 58,184 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2017 58,184 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 8 Mar 2016 43,517 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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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OU13 LKL is a 2013 Kia Ceed in Grey with a 1,582cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

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 OU13 LKL, 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

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What year was OU13 LKL registered?

OU13 LKL is a 2013 Kia Ceed, first registered on 23 March 2013.

Is OU13 LKL safe to buy?

The MOT history for OU13 LKL shows 17 tests with a 64.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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