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YL21 EFA

2021 Kia Ceed

White Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jun 2027
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

31,929 mi
Last recorded31,929 miles
Recorded on1 Jul 2026
Typical for 2021 Kia Ceed30,777 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYL21 EFA
MakeKia
ModelCeed
Year2021
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Jul 2026 31,929 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2025 26,324 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2024 20,795 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2024 20,795 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (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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YL21 EFA is a 2021 Kia Ceed in White with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2021 Kia Ceed models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.2% with a typical mileage of 30,777 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 YL21 EFA, 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 5 years old, this Kia Ceed is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of YL21 EFA?

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What year was YL21 EFA registered?

YL21 EFA is a 2021 Kia Ceed, first registered on 30 June 2021.

Is YL21 EFA safe to buy?

The MOT history for YL21 EFA shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does YL21 EFA have outstanding finance?

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