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RK63 FHV

2013 Kia Ceed

Red Diesel 1582cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Nov 2026
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

155,468 mi
Last recorded155,468 miles
Recorded on4 Nov 2025
Typical for 2013 Kia Ceed63,975 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRK63 FHV
MakeKia
ModelCeed
Year2013
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,582cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Nov 2025 155,468 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush de-bonding borderline pass (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Coil spring corroded both sides heavy corrosion (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides trailing arm front bushes worn and split (5.3.4 (a) (i))

various corrosion to under body steering suspension brakes and exhaust

Fail 30 Oct 2025 155,361 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush de-bonded (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush de-bonding borderline pass (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Rear Coil spring corroded both sides heavy corrosion (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides trailing arm front bushes worn and split (5.3.4 (a) (i))

various corrosion to under body steering suspension brakes and exhaust

Pass 8 Nov 2024 146,176 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened worn lipped and corroded inner faces (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin close to limit (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement inner bushes both sides split and worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 4 Nov 2024 146,029 miles

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

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened worn lipped and corroded inner faces (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin close to limit (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement inner bushes both sides split and worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 31 Oct 2023 136,505 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2022 127,058 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2021 117,624 miles

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

Pass 31 Oct 2020 109,721 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2019 101,384 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2018 93,525 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2017 87,112 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2016 80,373 miles
Fail 26 Oct 2016 80,373 miles

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

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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RK63 FHV is a 2013 Kia Ceed in Red with a 1,582cc diesel 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 RK63 FHV, 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 RK63 FHV registered?

RK63 FHV is a 2013 Kia Ceed, first registered on 5 November 2013.

Is RK63 FHV safe to buy?

The MOT history for RK63 FHV 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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