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RX63 TAU

2013 Kia Ceed

Silver Diesel 1582cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Oct 2026
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

115,455 mi
Last recorded115,455 miles
Recorded on8 Oct 2025
Typical for 2013 Kia Ceed63,975 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRX63 TAU
MakeKia
ModelCeed
Year2013
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,582cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Oct 2025 115,455 miles

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

Offside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush unbonded (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 1 Oct 2024 108,229 miles

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

Offside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Oct 2023 99,786 miles

Offside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear rubber bush beginning to part (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Oct 2022 86,657 miles

Offside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear rubber bush beginning to part (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 5 Oct 2022 86,647 miles

Central Rear Seat belt not functioning as intended Dog lead jammed in clasp (7.1.2 (c))

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

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

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))

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. Offside lowest performance/slowest to respond (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear rubber bush beginning to part (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Sep 2021 72,543 miles

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

Pass 17 Sep 2020 65,932 miles

Nearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Daytime running lamp intermittant

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

Pass 19 Sep 2019 58,421 miles

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

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

under trays and engine cover fitted obscuring some components

Fail 19 Sep 2019 58,421 miles

Offside Side repeater with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

under trays and engine cover fitted obscuring some components

Pass 11 Sep 2018 51,060 miles

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

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

UNDER TRAYS AND ENGINE COVER FITTED OBSCURING SOME COMPONENTS

Fail 11 Sep 2018 51,060 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

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

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

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

UNDER TRAYS AND ENGINE COVER FITTED OBSCURING SOME COMPONENTS

Pass 8 Sep 2017 39,750 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2017 39,750 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 6 Sep 2016 29,009 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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RX63 TAU is a 2013 Kia Ceed in Silver with a 1,582cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 RX63 TAU, 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

How do I check the history of RX63 TAU?

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What year was RX63 TAU registered?

RX63 TAU is a 2013 Kia Ceed, first registered on 6 September 2013.

Is RX63 TAU safe to buy?

The MOT history for RX63 TAU shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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