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Kia Ceed 2 Isg Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults

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Is the Kia Ceed 2 Isg reliable? We analysed 278 real MOT tests across 227 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 278 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
95.3%
Typical Mileage
36,402mi
Annual Mileage
6,606mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
yrs

The Kia Ceed 2 Isg is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Kia Ceed 2 Isg.

Specifications

Kia Ceed 2 Isg — specs & performance

Verified from DVLA & DVSA records

A snapshot of the engine, performance, dimensions, fuel economy and running costs for the Kia Ceed 2 Isg — drawn from official DVLA vehicle records and the DVSA fuel-economy database.

998cc
Engine
118bhp
Power
115g/km
CO₂

Engine & Performance

Engine size
998cc
Power
118 BHP
Fuel type
Petrol

Body & Dimensions

Body type
Car
Common colour
Black
Wheel plan
2 Axle Rigid Body

Fuel Economy

Fuel-economy data not held for this model.

Tax & Emissions

CO2 output
115 g/km Band C
Emission class
EURO 6 DG
Road tax (12 mo.)
£145
Road tax (6 mo.)
£79.75
Insurance group
12 of 50
Sources: DVLA vehicle register · VCA emissions data. Specifications reflect a representative Kia Ceed 2 Isg record and may vary by trim, year and option pack.

Kia Ceed 2 Isg Number Plates

Number plates registered to a Kia Ceed 2 Isg. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.

Kia Ceed 2 Isg Mileage — What's Normal?

How many miles does a typical Kia Ceed 2 Isg owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.

Low usage
4,391 mi/yr
Typical
6,606 mi/yr
Average
7,428 mi/yr
Heavy usage
9,737 mi/yr

Kia Ceed 2 Isg Mileage Distribution

Total mileage recorded across all Kia Ceed 2 Isg MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.

Median
36,402 mi
75th Percentile
46,928 mi
95th Percentile
70,582 mi
Max Recorded
658,963 mi

How Does the Kia Ceed 2 Isg Compare?

MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.

Model Pass Rate Tests Typical Mileage Lifespan
Kia Ceed 2 Isg THIS CAR 95.3% 278 36,402 mi — yrs
Kia Sportage 80.4% 2,634,551 53,679 mi 26 yrs
Kia Picanto 77.1% 2,626,043 39,084 mi 22 yrs
Kia Ceed 76.1% 1,665,385 60,630 mi 19 yrs
Seat Ateca SE Technology TDI 98.2% 340 47,896 mi — yrs

Compared to the Kia Sportage (80.4% pass rate) and the Kia Picanto (77.1% pass rate), the Kia Ceed 2 Isg outperforms both on MOT reliability.

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Should you buy a used Kia Ceed 2 Isg?

The Kia Ceed 2 Isg has an overall MOT pass rate of 95.3% across 278 real MOT tests — comfortably above the UK average, which puts it among the more reliable models on UK roads.

A typical Kia Ceed 2 Isg owner drives around 6,606 miles per year. If the car you're looking at is significantly above this, expect more wear on suspension, brakes and tyres. If it's well below, the vehicle may have been sitting unused — check for perished rubber, corroded discs and stale fluids.

Before committing to a purchase, we recommend running a full vehicle history check on the specific car. This will reveal any outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies that the seller may not disclose — and that the MOT data alone can't tell you.

Kia Ceed 2 Isg — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Kia Ceed 2 Isg reliable?
Based on 278 MOT tests, the Kia Ceed 2 Isg has a 95.3% pass rate — above the UK average, suggesting good reliability.
What are the common problems on a Kia Ceed 2 Isg?
The most common failure point is general wear and tear.
How many miles does a Kia Ceed 2 Isg do per year?
The typical Kia Ceed 2 Isg does around 6,606 miles per year. Anything significantly above or below this is worth investigating.
How long does a Kia Ceed 2 Isg last?
Lifespan data is not yet available for this model.
Should I get a vehicle check before buying a Kia Ceed 2 Isg?
Yes. An MOT pass rate tells you about the model in general, but a vehicle history check reveals the specific car's finance, stolen, write-off and mileage history — things the seller may not disclose.