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RF62 BFM

2013 Kia Ceed

Blue Diesel 1582cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Jan 2027
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

94,599 mi
Last recorded94,599 miles
Recorded on6 Jan 2026
Typical for 2013 Kia Ceed63,975 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRF62 BFM
MakeKia
ModelCeed
Year2013
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,582cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 6 Jan 2026 94,599 miles
Fail 5 Jan 2026 94,599 miles

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

Pass 6 Jan 2025 83,696 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both tyres starting to perish,wearing uneven on inner edge & getting low (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 12 Jan 2024 73,711 miles

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

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

drive belt perished

Pass 12 Jan 2023 63,703 miles
Fail 12 Jan 2023 63,703 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed cut to cords (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 13 Jan 2022 56,655 miles

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

Fail 7 Jan 2022 56,649 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Jan 2021 47,835 miles

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

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

both front tyres wearing on edges

Pass 30 Dec 2019 40,554 miles

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

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

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 2 Jan 2019 31,352 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2018 29,845 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2017 23,537 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2016 13,757 miles
Fail 13 Feb 2016 13,757 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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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RF62 BFM is a 2013 Kia Ceed in Blue with a 1,582cc 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 RF62 BFM, 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 RF62 BFM registered?

RF62 BFM is a 2013 Kia Ceed, first registered on 19 February 2013.

Is RF62 BFM safe to buy?

The MOT history for RF62 BFM shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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