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SH13 LCT

2013 Kia Ceed

Blue Diesel 1582cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 May 2027
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

107,906 mi
Last recorded107,906 miles
Recorded on18 May 2026
Typical for 2013 Kia Ceed63,975 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSH13 LCT
MakeKia
ModelCeed
Year2013
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,582cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 18 May 2026 107,906 miles
Pass 15 May 2025 104,254 miles
Fail 15 May 2025 104,254 miles

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

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

Pass 23 May 2024 100,434 miles
Pass 25 May 2023 98,260 miles
Fail 24 May 2023 98,258 miles

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

Pass 27 May 2022 95,293 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2021 91,768 miles
Fail 5 Apr 2021 91,768 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 3 Apr 2020 82,571 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2020 82,560 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp FLICKERS (4.2.3 (c))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp FLICKERS (4.2.3 (c))

Offside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Pass 16 Mar 2019 64,066 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2018 47,524 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2017 28,467 miles
Pass 17 May 2016 23,972 miles
Fail 15 May 2016 23,972 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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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SH13 LCT is a 2013 Kia Ceed in Blue 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 SH13 LCT, 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 SH13 LCT registered?

SH13 LCT is a 2013 Kia Ceed, first registered on 9 May 2013.

Is SH13 LCT safe to buy?

The MOT history for SH13 LCT 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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