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SG13 EFN

2013 Kia Ceed

Black Diesel 1582cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Aug 2026
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

93,207 mi
Last recorded93,207 miles
Recorded on20 Aug 2025
Typical for 2013 Kia Ceed63,975 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSG13 EFN
MakeKia
ModelCeed
Year2013
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,582cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 20 Aug 2025 93,207 miles

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

Rear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened both upper suspension links, trailing arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 20 Aug 2025 93,207 miles

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Rear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened both upper suspension links, trailing arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 30 Aug 2024 87,520 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all arms. (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 22 Aug 2023 83,464 miles

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))

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

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

Pass 31 Aug 2022 78,327 miles

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

Nearside Rear tyre fitted inside out

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))

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

Pass 10 Aug 2021 71,443 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2021 71,443 miles

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

Pass 28 Aug 2020 65,149 miles

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

slight buckle n/s/r road wheel

Fail 28 Aug 2020 65,149 miles

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

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

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

slight buckle n/s/r road wheel

Pass 30 Jul 2019 58,762 miles

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

Fail 30 Jul 2019 58,762 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 9 Aug 2018 49,544 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2018 49,544 miles

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

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

Pass 24 Aug 2017 40,742 miles

high level brake light not working.

Pass 10 Mar 2017 36,674 miles

Central Rear brake light not working

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Front tyres wearing on inner edge

Offside Rear Inner tyre developing flat spots

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 8 Mar 2016 26,589 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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SG13 EFN is a 2013 Kia Ceed in Black with a 1,582cc 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 SG13 EFN, 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 SG13 EFN registered?

SG13 EFN is a 2013 Kia Ceed, first registered on 29 March 2013.

Is SG13 EFN safe to buy?

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