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SC13 CZU

2013 Kia Ceed

Silver Diesel 1396cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Feb 2027
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

156,134 mi
Last recorded156,134 miles
Recorded on19 Feb 2026
Typical for 2013 Kia Ceed63,975 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSC13 CZU
MakeKia
ModelCeed
Year2013
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 19 Feb 2026 156,134 miles

Coil spring corroded both rears (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Road wheel slightly distorted front and rear damaged (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Steering column universal joint has slight wear or play (2.2.2 (c))

coolant below minimum

Fail 19 Feb 2026 156,133 miles

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

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

Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Passenger's seat insecure child seat inadequately fitted could cause harm in event of an accident (6.2.6 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Coil spring corroded both rears (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective blade insecure on arm (3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Road wheel slightly distorted front and rear damaged (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Steering column universal joint has slight wear or play (2.2.2 (c))

coolant below minimum

Pass 18 Feb 2025 150,815 miles

Corrosion rear suspension arms

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Fail 18 Feb 2025 150,815 miles

Corrosion rear suspension arms

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

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

Pass 17 Feb 2024 134,071 miles
Fail 9 Feb 2024 133,675 miles

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

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear suspension trailing arm, front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear suspension trailing arm, front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 10 Feb 2023 112,507 miles
Fail 10 Feb 2023 112,507 miles

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

Pass 14 Feb 2022 93,096 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2021 72,755 miles

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

Pass 18 Feb 2020 55,581 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 26 Mar 2019 47,965 miles

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

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

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

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

Offside driving lamp not working

Pass 2 Apr 2018 36,132 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2017 23,067 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2017 23,067 miles

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

Pass 3 May 2016 11,763 miles

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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SC13 CZU is a 2013 Kia Ceed in Silver with a 1,396cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 SC13 CZU, 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 SC13 CZU registered?

SC13 CZU is a 2013 Kia Ceed, first registered on 26 July 2013.

Is SC13 CZU safe to buy?

The MOT history for SC13 CZU shows 16 tests with a 68.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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