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SD18 TMV

2018 Kia Ceed

White Diesel 1582cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 May 2027
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

141,006 mi
Last recorded141,006 miles
Recorded on20 Apr 2026
Typical for 2018 Kia Ceed40,321 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSD18 TMV
MakeKia
ModelCeed
Year2018
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,582cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Apr 2026 141,006 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2026 141,006 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Apr 2025 122,730 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2024 103,402 miles
Pass 1 May 2023 82,752 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2022 61,049 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2022 61,049 miles

Nearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 3 May 2021 40,873 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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SD18 TMV is a 2018 Kia Ceed in White with a 1,582cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2018 Kia Ceed models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.7% with a typical mileage of 40,321 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 SD18 TMV, 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 8 years old, this Kia Ceed is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of SD18 TMV?

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What year was SD18 TMV registered?

SD18 TMV is a 2018 Kia Ceed, first registered on 3 May 2018.

Is SD18 TMV safe to buy?

The MOT history for SD18 TMV shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does SD18 TMV have outstanding finance?

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