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AK68 KEJ

2018 Kia Ceed

Black Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Aug 2026
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

117,446 mi
Last recorded117,446 miles
Recorded on2 Aug 2025
Typical for 2018 Kia Ceed40,321 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK68 KEJ
MakeKia
ModelCeed
Year2018
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Aug 2025 117,446 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2024 108,178 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 10 Aug 2024 108,178 miles

Nearside Rear Brake lining(s) incorrectly mounted (1.1.13 (c)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 12 Sep 2023 102,510 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2022 97,082 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2021 70,784 miles

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

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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AK68 KEJ is a 2018 Kia Ceed in Black with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2018 Kia Ceed models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.7% with a typical mileage of 40,321 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 AK68 KEJ, 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

How do I check the history of AK68 KEJ?

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What year was AK68 KEJ registered?

AK68 KEJ is a 2018 Kia Ceed, first registered on 11 December 2018.

Is AK68 KEJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for AK68 KEJ shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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