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Kia Ceed Gt-line S Isg S-a Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults

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Data last updated: · Based on 869 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
88.5%
Typical Mileage
24,728mi
Annual Mileage
5,987mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
yrs

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

Specifications

Kia Ceed Gt-line S Isg S-a — specs & performance

Verified from DVLA & DVSA records

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

1353cc
Engine
138bhp
Power
130g/km
CO₂

Engine & Performance

Engine size
1353cc
Power
138 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
130 g/km Band D
Emission class
6ag
Road tax (12 mo.)
£145
Road tax (6 mo.)
£79.75
Sources: DVLA vehicle register · VCA emissions data. Specifications reflect a representative Kia Ceed Gt-line S Isg S-a record and may vary by trim, year and option pack.

Kia Ceed Gt-line S Isg S-a Number Plates

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

Kia Ceed Gt-line S Isg S-a MOT Pass Rate by Year

How likely is a Kia Ceed Gt-line S Isg S-a to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.

89.3%
2021
86.9%
2020
90%
2019

Kia Ceed Gt-line S Isg S-a Common Faults & Problems

These are the most common serious faults found on Kia Ceed Gt-line S Isg S-a models during MOT testing — flagged as dangerous or major failures that need immediate attention.

Tyre has ply or cords exposed 24
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 16
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 7

Kia Ceed Gt-line S Isg S-a Mileage — What's Normal?

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

Low usage
3,695 mi/yr
Typical
5,987 mi/yr
Average
8,216 mi/yr
Heavy usage
8,787 mi/yr

Kia Ceed Gt-line S Isg S-a MOT Data by Registration Year

Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Kia Ceed Gt-line S Isg S-a year you're looking at.

Year Tests Pass Rate Low Mi. Typical Mi. High Mi.
2021 112 89.3% 16,455 23,463 32,060
2020 426 86.9% 16,608 23,613 36,234
2019 319 90.0% 17,264 26,408 38,653

How Long Does a Kia Ceed Gt-line S Isg S-a Last?

Based on 217 Kia Ceed Gt-line S Isg S-a vehicles on UK roads.

Average
4.6 years
Median
5.0 years

Kia Ceed Gt-line S Isg S-a Mileage Distribution

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

Median
24,728 mi
75th Percentile
36,288 mi
95th Percentile
55,468 mi
Max Recorded
115,059 mi

Best Year to Buy a Used Kia Ceed Gt-line S Isg S-a

Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.

Best year
2019

90.0% MOT pass rate from 319 tests

Year to avoid
2020

86.9% MOT pass rate from 426 tests

The best year to buy a used Kia Ceed Gt-line S Isg S-a is 2019, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 90.0% across 319 tests. The 2020 model year has the lowest pass rate at 86.9% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.

How Does the Kia Ceed Gt-line S Isg S-a Compare?

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

Model Pass Rate Tests Typical Mileage Lifespan
Kia Ceed Gt-line S Isg S-a THIS CAR 88.5% 869 24,728 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
Vauxhall Insignia Ultimate Nav Turbo D 86.5% 923 34,859 mi — yrs

Compared to the Kia Sportage (80.4% pass rate) and the Kia Picanto (77.1% pass rate), the Kia Ceed Gt-line S Isg S-a outperforms both on MOT reliability.

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Should you buy a used Kia Ceed Gt-line S Isg S-a?

The Kia Ceed Gt-line S Isg S-a has an overall MOT pass rate of 88.5% across 869 real MOT tests — comfortably above the UK average, which puts it among the more reliable models on UK roads.

On the safety side, the most frequently flagged dangerous fault is tyre has ply or cords exposed. Dangerous faults cause an immediate MOT failure and mean the vehicle is not roadworthy until repaired. If you're viewing a Kia Ceed Gt-line S Isg S-a with an expired or recently passed MOT, ask the seller whether any dangerous faults were found and fixed during the last test.

A typical Kia Ceed Gt-line S Isg S-a owner drives around 5,987 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 Gt-line S Isg S-a — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Kia Ceed Gt-line S Isg S-a reliable?
Based on 869 MOT tests, the Kia Ceed Gt-line S Isg S-a has a 88.5% pass rate — above the UK average, suggesting good reliability.
What are the common problems on a Kia Ceed Gt-line S Isg S-a?
The most common failure point is general wear and tear.
How many miles does a Kia Ceed Gt-line S Isg S-a do per year?
The typical Kia Ceed Gt-line S Isg S-a does around 5,987 miles per year. Anything significantly above or below this is worth investigating.
How long does a Kia Ceed Gt-line S Isg S-a last?
Lifespan data is not yet available for this model.
Should I get a vehicle check before buying a Kia Ceed Gt-line S Isg S-a?
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.
What is the best year to buy a Kia Ceed Gt-line S Isg S-a?
Based on MOT pass rates, the best year to buy a used Kia Ceed Gt-line S Isg S-a is 2019 with a 90.0% pass rate across 319 tests.