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SM15 KLM

2018 Kia Ceed

White Petrol 1591cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Sep 2026
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

143,512 mi
Last recorded143,512 miles
Recorded on4 Sep 2025
Typical for 2018 Kia Ceed40,321 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSM15 KLM
MakeKia
ModelCeed
Year2018
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,591cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Sep 2025 143,512 miles

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

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 17 Sep 2024 134,061 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2024 134,013 miles
Fail 5 Feb 2024 134,004 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

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

Offside Rear Seat belt not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (c))

Pass 23 Dec 2022 121,835 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2022 99,871 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

Pass 22 Jan 2021 75,304 miles

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

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

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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SM15 KLM is a 2018 Kia Ceed in White with a 1,591cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2018 Kia Ceed models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.7% with a typical mileage of 40,321 miles. This vehicle is performing in line with others of the same year.

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 SM15 KLM, 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

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What year was SM15 KLM registered?

SM15 KLM is a 2018 Kia Ceed, first registered on 26 January 2018.

Is SM15 KLM safe to buy?

The MOT history for SM15 KLM shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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