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SJ13 UYZ

2013 Kia Ceed

Red Diesel 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Feb 2023
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

147,877 mi
Last recorded147,877 miles
Recorded on1 Mar 2022
Typical for 2013 Kia Ceed63,975 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSJ13 UYZ
MakeKia
ModelCeed
Year2013
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 Mar 2022 147,877 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing BOTH SIDES & WORN ON INNER EDGE & LOW TREAD (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Front DAYTIME RUNNING LIGHT INOPERATIVE

Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords OUTER WALL (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing LOW TREAD (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive ENGINE & TRANSMISSION (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened CORROSION ACROSS ALL REAR AXLE (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 23 Feb 2022 147,877 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure LOW TREAD (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Hydraulic brake calliper leaking and braking performance affected (1.1.16 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing BOTH SIDES & WORN ON INNER EDGE & LOW TREAD (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Front DAYTIME RUNNING LIGHT INOPERATIVE

Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords OUTER WALL (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing LOW TREAD (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive ENGINE & TRANSMISSION (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened CORROSION ACROSS ALL REAR AXLE (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 15 Jan 2021 122,298 miles

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

Rear Coil spring corroded NEARSIDE AND OFFSIDE --- BOTTOM (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 12 Jan 2021 121,886 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush likely to become detached BACK BUSH (5.3.4 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated NEARSIDE AND OFFSIDE (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

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

Rear Coil spring corroded NEARSIDE AND OFFSIDE --- BOTTOM (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 11 Feb 2020 109,101 miles
Fail 4 Feb 2020 109,094 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (3.3 (b) (ii))

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

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

Pass 14 Jan 2019 103,413 miles

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

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

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

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

Parking brake efficiency only just met (16%)

Pass 15 Jan 2018 83,927 miles
Fail 15 Jan 2018 83,927 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 14 Jan 2017 68,025 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2016 50,451 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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SJ13 UYZ is a 2013 Kia Ceed in Red with a 1,396cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 SJ13 UYZ, 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.

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What year was SJ13 UYZ registered?

SJ13 UYZ is a 2013 Kia Ceed, first registered on 4 March 2013.

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