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SJ13 XRK

2013 Kia Ceed

White Diesel 1582cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Jul 2027
Tests19 (12 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate63.2%

Mileage

138,244 mi
Last recorded138,244 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2026
Typical for 2013 Kia Ceed63,975 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSJ13 XRK
MakeKia
ModelCeed
Year2013
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,582cc

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MOT History

12 pass 7 fail
Pass 24 Jul 2026 138,244 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2026 137,751 miles

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Side repeater with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 16 Jul 2025 123,293 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2025 123,073 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 23 Jul 2024 111,585 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2024 111,409 miles

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

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

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 13 Jul 2023 100,485 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2023 100,476 miles

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

Pass 6 Jul 2022 89,883 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 9 Jul 2021 76,130 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2021 76,046 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2021 76,045 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Jun 2020 65,788 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2020 65,788 miles

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

Tyre has ply or cords exposed both front inner shoulders (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

tracking check required

Pass 3 May 2019 53,768 miles
Fail 3 May 2019 53,768 miles

Position lamp not working both fronts (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 12 May 2018 42,534 miles
Pass 6 May 2017 32,171 miles

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

both front treads shoulders worn off

Pass 18 May 2016 22,509 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 XRK is a 2013 Kia Ceed in White with a 1,582cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.2%.

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 XRK, 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 XRK registered?

SJ13 XRK is a 2013 Kia Ceed, first registered on 10 May 2013.

Is SJ13 XRK safe to buy?

The MOT history for SJ13 XRK shows 19 tests with a 63.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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